November's calender half full.
1. Meeting with sensei on 11th - hoping that he will check my thesis before end of November
2. Watching NOH performance with host family on 13th
3. Dance practice - every weekend - show on 28th
4. Interview with embassy - on 16th
5. HKSTS power point
6. TRB poster
7. Thesis abstracts before end of November...
I want to enjoy the autumn. But it is too cold!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Monday, November 1, 2010
Ten tips to become a good writer
1. Read as Much as You Can
You've probably heard it before, but everyone says it because it is true. You can't be a good writer without being a good reader first. So, try to read as much as you can--pick up books that you like, books you don't like and books you never pictured yourself reading. You never know what you might get out of them.
2. Write as Much as You Can
Writing is just like everything else. The more you do it, the better you get at it. Remember, you are in charge of what, where and how much you write. Take control and make every effort to write as much as you can.
3. Take a Free Writing Course
Although professional training isn't a requirement to become a good writer, it certainly doesn't hurt. If you can't afford a pricey class or a writer's workshop, don't fret. There are plenty of good writing courses that can be taken for free online.
4. Read The Elements of Style
If you want to read about writing, you need to pick up a copy of The Elements of Style by William Strunk. This influential guide to English and grammar is one of the best books ever written on the topic. It includes eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of composition, a list of commonly misused words and other rules of form that you can't do without.
5. Build Your Vocabulary
You are bound to be more expressive when you write if you have more words at your command. When you come across a word you don't know, look it up and try to use it in your writing. Seek out vocabulary building exercises and do whatever else you can think of to increase the number of words you have at your disposal.
6. Become a Better Researcher
Good writing is rooted deeply in good research. It's much easier to craft a well-written book, article or manuscript when you have a wealth of information at your fingertips. You can become a better researcher by learning how to use the Internet effectively and efficiently.
7. Write for an Audience
When you write for yourself, it's easy to be lazy. But when you write for an audience, it's hard not to write your best. Do yourself a favor and put your work out there. Ask your friends and family to read what you have written, post it on blogs and sell it to media outlets. You'll build confidence and create something special on a regular basis.
8. Have Your Work Critiqued
Getting feedback from other people (your mom doesn't count) is one of the best ways to hone your writing skills. You can hire someone to read your work or get free critiques online. Joining a writer's group can also provide the support and help you need to become a better writer.
9. Learn How to Edit Your Own Work
Laurell K. Hamilton (author of the wildly popular Anita Blake series) once said that '70% of a first draft is garbage and 30% is gold'--and she couldn't be more right. Editing is part of writing. You're fooling yourself if you think you can write a piece once and be done with it. There is always something that can be improved upon. By taking the time to learn how to edit your own work, you virtually guarantee that you will become a better writer.
10. Forget Spell Check--Proofread
Proofreading is just as important as editing. Careless mistakes can cost you a job, embarrass you and ruin a good piece of writing. Always proofread what you write. Do it slowly and do it twice.
You've probably heard it before, but everyone says it because it is true. You can't be a good writer without being a good reader first. So, try to read as much as you can--pick up books that you like, books you don't like and books you never pictured yourself reading. You never know what you might get out of them.
2. Write as Much as You Can
Writing is just like everything else. The more you do it, the better you get at it. Remember, you are in charge of what, where and how much you write. Take control and make every effort to write as much as you can.
3. Take a Free Writing Course
Although professional training isn't a requirement to become a good writer, it certainly doesn't hurt. If you can't afford a pricey class or a writer's workshop, don't fret. There are plenty of good writing courses that can be taken for free online.
4. Read The Elements of Style
If you want to read about writing, you need to pick up a copy of The Elements of Style by William Strunk. This influential guide to English and grammar is one of the best books ever written on the topic. It includes eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of composition, a list of commonly misused words and other rules of form that you can't do without.
5. Build Your Vocabulary
You are bound to be more expressive when you write if you have more words at your command. When you come across a word you don't know, look it up and try to use it in your writing. Seek out vocabulary building exercises and do whatever else you can think of to increase the number of words you have at your disposal.
6. Become a Better Researcher
Good writing is rooted deeply in good research. It's much easier to craft a well-written book, article or manuscript when you have a wealth of information at your fingertips. You can become a better researcher by learning how to use the Internet effectively and efficiently.
7. Write for an Audience
When you write for yourself, it's easy to be lazy. But when you write for an audience, it's hard not to write your best. Do yourself a favor and put your work out there. Ask your friends and family to read what you have written, post it on blogs and sell it to media outlets. You'll build confidence and create something special on a regular basis.
8. Have Your Work Critiqued
Getting feedback from other people (your mom doesn't count) is one of the best ways to hone your writing skills. You can hire someone to read your work or get free critiques online. Joining a writer's group can also provide the support and help you need to become a better writer.
9. Learn How to Edit Your Own Work
Laurell K. Hamilton (author of the wildly popular Anita Blake series) once said that '70% of a first draft is garbage and 30% is gold'--and she couldn't be more right. Editing is part of writing. You're fooling yourself if you think you can write a piece once and be done with it. There is always something that can be improved upon. By taking the time to learn how to edit your own work, you virtually guarantee that you will become a better writer.
10. Forget Spell Check--Proofread
Proofreading is just as important as editing. Careless mistakes can cost you a job, embarrass you and ruin a good piece of writing. Always proofread what you write. Do it slowly and do it twice.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Good news.
1. I try to boost up myself by watching The Apprentice. It works!
2. End up with organizing my schedule for Nov and Dec
3. Got mail form TRB…yeay….gotta make a good kick on poster session, at least it is an opportunity to go to US.
(^.~)
Friday, October 29, 2010
Love is a test
It is a very long time I left this bloggy thing. Yea..busy with the thesis and activities with my lovely husband. And now I am alone again. My sweet husband has went back for good. Have to start his job and new journey in USM. The feeling of being lonely is not good at all. I can feel like half of myself is far away from me. And I keep on putting myself together day by day and sometimes end up with doing nothing.
Actually, it is easier for me if sensei let me have the public defence on December...but I am hanging until February. Gosh! I don't know how can I make it. I will have a big conference in HK on Dec and might be TRB in January. Actually need to work on a lot of things but I don't feel happy because sensei is very very busy. Seems he doesn't care about us ...but I just don't know. I am wondering about a lot of things. We may be just need to swallow every uncertainty that waits for us.
Peoples say that 6 months is not a long time. But, thinking about the life after the 6 months is making me worried. I do want to be with my husband and I don't know how can I handle a life without him every night and day. The other sensei in my lab also stays far away from his family and he said he is really tired.
If one day I have to sacrifice my career because I need to be with my husband, I think I will do it. I do believe that people always have a choice to live a life that exactly good for them. But in my case, I cannot decide yet....I am praying that Allah makes it easy for us. To find a good job is hard, but to find the true love is even harder....
I maybe cheering up myself with some traditional dance performance. Yea...I love traditional dance. Dunno if I still have that skills.. because I think I am getting fat. I need more stamina and ebergy...However,I will take it as an experience and for another line in my CV!
That's all for now...Missing you very much my dear hubby....jpg)
Actually, it is easier for me if sensei let me have the public defence on December...but I am hanging until February. Gosh! I don't know how can I make it. I will have a big conference in HK on Dec and might be TRB in January. Actually need to work on a lot of things but I don't feel happy because sensei is very very busy. Seems he doesn't care about us ...but I just don't know. I am wondering about a lot of things. We may be just need to swallow every uncertainty that waits for us.
Peoples say that 6 months is not a long time. But, thinking about the life after the 6 months is making me worried. I do want to be with my husband and I don't know how can I handle a life without him every night and day. The other sensei in my lab also stays far away from his family and he said he is really tired.
If one day I have to sacrifice my career because I need to be with my husband, I think I will do it. I do believe that people always have a choice to live a life that exactly good for them. But in my case, I cannot decide yet....I am praying that Allah makes it easy for us. To find a good job is hard, but to find the true love is even harder....
I maybe cheering up myself with some traditional dance performance. Yea...I love traditional dance. Dunno if I still have that skills.. because I think I am getting fat. I need more stamina and ebergy...However,I will take it as an experience and for another line in my CV!
That's all for now...Missing you very much my dear hubby...
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Saturday, September 4, 2010
1. I just finished writing the chapter 7, need to edit according to the thesis format. Wish I could pass up the first draft to sensei.
2. I need to prepare the presentation slides for the conference but the secretariat does not email me the schedule yet. The conference is on 18th...another 2 weeks. I wonder why...
3. I need to correct the conference paper for HKSTS
4. I need to write a paper for EASTS
Both 3 and 4 dateline are on 30th Sept.
6. My mum said she wants to visit Japan in Dec. I hope I will have free time on Nov or Dec.....Nov is better because it is autumn.
2. I need to prepare the presentation slides for the conference but the secretariat does not email me the schedule yet. The conference is on 18th...another 2 weeks. I wonder why...
3. I need to correct the conference paper for HKSTS
4. I need to write a paper for EASTS
Both 3 and 4 dateline are on 30th Sept.
6. My mum said she wants to visit Japan in Dec. I hope I will have free time on Nov or Dec.....Nov is better because it is autumn.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Counting months
I keep on locking myself in house for these days. Alhamdulillah, the early period of Ramadhan was windy and cloudy. But for this second week, it might be a lil bit hot again. Still, I will keep on locking my self in the house. Right now, I am focusing on writing the thesis. Literature review is somehow very boring and need more patient to simplify and organize the ideas. And also, I am waiting for the reviewers' comments for some journals and conference. I am aiming to have final presentatation on December so I can relax a lil bit in heavy winter. Just sitting in front of the laptop is not fun at all...But I have too. I am counting the months ( plus minus 7-6 months ) to finish everything. Of course, I am eager to have a normal life once again!
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