The Birth of Phantom Crew

It all started when Kenny dropped me a message in my Facebook inbox one day, asking me whether I am interested to join him in forming a dance crew for the 3^rd Kpop dance competition coming in July. When it comes to dance, it never fails to make me say yes.

So, instantly he added me into a group he formed in Facebook, named “The Phantom Crew”. Inside, I saw 3 more members : Aikawa, Shariff, and Kevin. I’ve previously known Shariff through a PUMP friend, Cubex. While Kevin seems to be one of Cubex’s friend as well. I saw his name listed in the Sabah PUMP group but I’ve never seen him face to face before. Aikawa is new to me, he seems like some Japanese-Korean kid. LOL.

Not long after that, Aikawa brought in one of his dance buddy, Major. Meanwhile, Kristy and another girl who I cannot remember her name (LOL, SORRY.) was also added into the crew by Kenny. Kevin then brought in Ronney to the crew and we started as a 9 members crew. We discussed about what songs to use for the competition. What Korean group name is more suitable than “Phantom”. What clothes to wear. What sort of wind and style to go with. Everything is new for us, a brand new feel, a brand new experience, and a brand new crew.

First day of dance practice was on the 29^th May’12. It was a funny and shy first meet up between the members. We do not have any dance studios to go to, so they suggested an empty quiet space in Co-op Mart Kolombong. Just behind the supermarket, there is an empty space in front of the office upstairs, we can even use the dark glasses as mirror. I was waiting alone for Kenny in front of the supermarket when Ronney and Kevin walk passed in front of me. They both looked at me for a while and I first thought Ronney was Aikawa. I even remembered I almost called for them but I paused when I thought I might get them wrong. LOL! I went in the supermarket and pretended to look at things when the security guard and some of the supermarket employees seemed to be staring at me in a weird way. As I was looking around, I turned and bumped into a tall guy. I looked at him with a stun and blank face as I was a bit shocked when he suddenly appear in front of me. He paused a while before saying “Are you Grace? Kenny’s friend?” LOL! Then I realized that’s Aikawa.

Apparently, Kenny asked him to look for me, as the rest of them were already waiting at the hideout. He bought batteries in the supermarket and then brought me to meet the rest. Kristy, Major, Ronney, and Kevin. Kenny then showed up with the other girl. On the first day of practice, Aikawa teached us some basic movements and routines for the first song – Teen Top’s “Crazy”. The way he teaches us is OMG-so-cute. LOL!!! Only came to realize he is quite a cute guy from that. The one thing that caught my attention the most was his smiles and laughter, damn cute. Hahaha~

The practice session was enjoyable, as Aikawa has a cheerful and playful character. He made us all feel comfortable with each other, and minimized the awkwardness to the lowest. Because not all of us were from a dance background, Aikawa tried his best to modify the movements to the simplest moves so that everyone can cope with it easily. If we are dancing as a team, it is team work and co-operation we are talking about here.

The practice ended at around 10pm. Everyone were sweating and we sat down to chat a little in order to get to know about each other more. It was fun and happy when everyone who is passionate about dance and K-Pop gets together as a team. I was glad that everyone were super friendly despite the age gap among all of us, so I guessed we will get close to each other soon enough.

Kenny, 27 years old, who is the leader of The Phantom Crew. Was a law student, but currently is working in an interior design company. Used to teach and choreo dance to students in school and also in dance studio. Was once a judge for a school dance competition. Joined the 1^st K-Pop Dance competition and his crew won the 2^nd runner up, joined the 2^nd K-Pop Dance competition last year but did not won anything.

Aikawa, the 20 years old Korean-look-alike kid, real name is Gerald btw. LOL. was currently having his semester break from Plymouth University in UK. He previously had a dance crew with his classmates and was the leader of the crews in Simon Fung secondary school and also Institut Sinaran. It was pretty obvious that he can dance very well from the moment he start teaching us just now.

Major, a 20 years old guy who was one of Gerald’s classmate and ex dance crew member. Currently doing sales work here and there, didn’t heard about where his exact working location was. LOL. We were told that his night-life was more active than his morning-life. Well, that only meant he is a clubber. LOL.

Ronney, a 20 years old guy who is currently selling and merchandising K-Pop merchandises and goodies at his friend’s shop in Star City. A K-Pop lover but is an SNSD’s loyal fan, hahaha, favourite member is TaeYeon. No dance background at all, but would like to try and gain new experiences. He asked us to remember the MU football player just in case any of us forgotten his name, LOL. The kid who was called “the golden hair” when Gerald forgot his name, haha.

Grace, a 24 years old girl who loves to PUMP. (This is me btw. LOL.) Total Big Bang freak. Hahaha. Currently working as a sales administrator for Mamee-Double Decker Company. Never participate or took part in any dance classes, dance crews or dance competitions before, but is very passionate about dance. LOL. Super K-Pop lover, so I would definitely give myself a shot, taking this chance as a start point of my dance journey and see how far I can go.

Kristy, a 27 years old girl who is very passionate about dance. Used to be Kenny’s primary classmate. Currently working in a Development company in Kolombong, if I’m not mistaken. Didn’t hear the details correctly. A super cat lover she can almost answer everything with “meow” hahahaha. A gym lover, outing active, food lover, and an instagram freak. LOL. Giving her first to dance competition as well as she doesn't have a dance background.

Kevin, a 27 years old guy who loves dubsteps and soul hip hop. Used to be Kenny’s secondary classmate. Close friend with Shariff and Kenny. Owns a computer shop in Star City selling hardwares and softwares, and also includes computer services. No dance background either but he always has a dream of forming an active dance crew and entering numerous different dance competitions like this. Knows the basic of break dance, he can do the basic 6 steps perfectly.

The anonymous girl, who is only 16 years old, and currently is still studying in form 4. Oh gosh, I don’t know any further details of her other than that. LOL. She is super silent the whole night, we actually didn’t hear her talking at all.

Shariff, the 28 years old big brother. Currently the eldest in the crew. Working at Sabah Port KK, but I’m not quite sure under which department and in what position. LOL. Super huge Michael Jackson fan.  Not really a big fan of K-Pop, but definitely loves TaeYang, just like Kevin. Always wanted to dance to TaeYang’s songs. A very funny guy, because he can be joking, sarcastic, and mimicking at the same time. LOL. But you have to understand what he is actually talking in order to get his hidden jokes and the whole funny scenario. LOL.

First meet up with the crew members was fun, and I am loving the crew already =) Practice session to be continued tomorrow night, and things seems to be going very well. Hopefully this will be an exciting, enjoyable and memorable journey for all of us.

01/05/12 - Happy Labour's Day

Last day of my leave before I return to work and it's an unpleasant one.

Actually plan to sleep until the evenings if I manage to do so, but too bad it black out at 12++ noon.

Damn, the weather is super hot.

I woke up due to the heat and sweating =.=

The doctor's words keep playing inside my head, asking me not to sweat at all.

I hurry jump up from the bed and start fanning myself. Geez =.=

I don't know if it's PMS or just simply lack of sleeps, my mood is not at a good state.

Due to the super hot weather and black out incident.

I decided to go out and have a walk at the beach because it's gonna be windy there.

With the sea breeze and all, I suddenly feel like stepping my feet at the sandy beach.

I'm bringing my mum with me because no one will be at home, as my brother is preparing to go out as well.

The traffic on the road is surprisingly heavy for a public holiday.

I've even received alot of informations regarding the road blocks at certain area.

It's because the Tour of Borneo is going on and today is the final day.

Some roads are closed to assist in the smoothness of the Tour and to assure the safety of the cyclers.

I actually plan to drop by at One Borneo to ask for the Jay Park's fans meeting ticket.

But according to Bridget, she is stucked at the traffic jam just right in front of UMS, due to the road block all the way to One Borneo.

When they finally arrived at One Borneo, the whole place was closed due to the black out.

Decided to avoid all those annoying moments, I step on the oil pedal and drive til Karambunai. LOL.

I'm need a calm and soothing place. haha.

This is actually my mum's first time being here.

We sit at the small hut a while.

LOL. Before I continue, I shall warn you before-hand.

There's going to be loads of my photos ahead.

My mum becomes my photographer of the day.

And all she shot was me. LOL.

So if you are not interested in SS photos, please leave now. HAHAHA.

I know I am not pretty and these are not professional photos. 

I am just having a good time enjoying at the beach and by the sea.

I love to take pictures but I seldom take my own pictures.

In fact, all these photos reminded me of Charlie's photoshoot activity two years ago.

To tell you the truth, I kinda missed participating in photoshoot outing.

 HAHA. Decided to take one selca with my mum =)

Walking around the place reminds me of the days we, a group of seven friends who rent an apartment here and had a two days one night stay half a year ago.

It was the best weekend getaway for us last year.

All of us got even closer since then =)

  

It was 3pm, and the electricity is still not recovered yet.

Even the restaurant and clubs in Nexus are all in black out state.

Unfortunately, my migraine suddenly strikes me and it actually distracted my visions.

I had to give in and decided to call it a day because the throbbing has already start to kill my head.

Just when I was about to leave.

Bridget called and say let's go have some refreshing coconut drink at the Sepanggar road with those famous coconut stalls.

I feel like vomit the whole time when I am driving.

I only manage to drink one or two mouthful of coconut water from my mum's coconut.

Because of the nausea, I am so worried that I would puke at the table anytime, luckily I didn't order anything.

All of them hurry finish up the drinks and leave as they knew I was fighting with my pain.

The good thing is, I still can drive back home. 

*sigh* Today is seriously not a good day.

I sleep the moment right after I reached home.

Maybe next time, we should make another photoshoot or hangout outing at Nexus.

or if there's a chance this year, I would definitely want another weekend getaway like last year =)

Atopic Dermatitis

Was suffering from skin allergic one week before my holidays.

It started out as some small pimple-liked redness on some part of my waist.

I at first thought that it was because of mosquitoes bite because of the unstoppable itchy-ness.

But due to my naughty hands, I automatically scratch it whenever it itch.

Within days, it got from bad to worst.

Not long after that, it actually spread to the whole body.

from waist, to my thigh, to my ass, to my shoulder, to my back, and even my neck and ears.

I try applying some creams and meds to kill the itch but nothing would last for long.

It didn recover even a bit, but instead it gotten more and more serious.

things are in super bad condition I even thought that I had some kind of serious sickness like dengue. LMAO.

Just the day before I plan to go Sandakan, I decided to visit the doctor.

In case everything got even worst than this after my holiday trip, it's better to seek for proper advice before hand.

The doctor diagnosed me as food allergy.

I know my skin is a sensitive type, but something like this is happening for the first time.

and it's actually at a worry-some stage if I didn't went to the clinic.

I was prescribed with some medicines for both consuming and applying type.

The doctor even strictly stated "NO BAK KUT TEH. NO SEAFOOD. NO SOY SAUCE. NO PEANUT. NO EGGS. NO SWEATING", "JUST TAKE CHICKEN, FISH, BEEF AND VEGE FOR THE TIME BEING."

Gosh, all of those listed would only meant one thing.

I cannot go to Sandakan at all.

Because I would be eating and doing what was being black-listed at the mean time. Geez =.=

In the end, I have to cancel my plan last minute.

Pump It Up Fiesta Ex, looks like we have to meet again next time.

Some self-goodies =)

My mum suddenly handed me a gift out of nowhere.

Turns out to be a super-delayed christmas gift for me from one her colleague. lol?

 When I unveiled the present wrapper, I found a purple bag inside with the name "Grace" on it.

and there is this small Grace hanging ornament.

It was lovely, thanks.

Last Sunday, suddenly I had the urge to clean my room.

Which usually only strikes me like once or twice per year. LOL.

and guess what?

I found the first Baskin Robbins Quart cup me and Bridget shared when we were in Genting Highlands back in year 2010.

Call me a weirdo but I love keeping junks like this. LMAO. 

Having a window shopping session one day and I cannot resist the kuma temptations ♥ Weee =)

So I end up buying some kuma goodies for my room. haha.

These are some kuma book storage ♥

One kuma item storage ♥

This kuma key chain was found when I was cleaning my room ♥

Turns out that I bought this 2 years ago in Petaling SS2 night market as a souvenir to friends after the trip to KL.

But I didn realized that this was not given to anyone. LOL.

Some kuma note pads ♥

After a long exhausted day, finally decided to pamper myself a little.

Just got these facial products and decided to have a try on it.

Been super lazy lately due to the over-exhaustion, I've been sleeping on the floor for a week << weirdo. hahaha.

That's all of my goodies for this week =)