in Russia, Putin announced his backing for some president hopeful. rumour has it that he's going to return to the Kremlin after this guy completes his one office term so yeah, let's not expect too much change from Russia. anyway, it's good the way it is.

in Singapore, My Chemical Romance rocks on high at 8pm. well not that i'd catch them if i were not in Vietnam. but i do like their Welcome to the black parade and Teenagers. and they've got style too. things should be different if they need to succeed.

in Thailand, Vietnam's been doing pretty well in the SEA Games, reigning second only to the hosts. but the team didn't fare too well today. the soccer team lost the semi-final on penalty shoot-outs. and only 5 golds were added to the tally. hmm.

in Vietnam, there was a blackout in my neighbourhood. which lasted for a full hour. it was a hot sweaty affair. pure darkness. and oh, it's my birthday. not any birthday but the 21st birthday. well the most significant thing i did today was to get my tailored suit. that was all. really all.

7.

yeah thank you everyone, for your happy wishes :) a US friend didn't think the 21st birthday is important in Singapore. it kind of is to me. i can legally do a lot of things hehehe. well anyway, it's important not so much because i'd get to do grand things on this particular date. but because of your thoughts and words. especially my girlfriend. thank you!

P/S: the second and the seventh wishes are private so yeah :D