Elijah's Life Experiences

Children these days have more easily within reach - computers, laptops, tablets like iPads and smartphones. And what do we use these gadgets for ... well you and I both know - is to play games. Some children spend too much of their time playing games; this will not benefit their future in life. Let's have a look at this topic about "gaming at home" .          Gaming at home is what you will find many children doing during their free time. Hardly will you find children engrossed in reading a book. Most parents like mine advocate limits to how much time we can have in playing games on the Internet or downloaded from the Internet onto our technological gadgets like iPads, laptops or smartphones. Some parents agree that video games are harmful and can have devastating effects on their children’s wellbeing and future. But is it really true all the time?          Firstly, an advantage could be derived from educational games, which can help play a role in edu

An essay I wrote when I was 9 years old, here is "Incident of the runaway dog" - hope you enjoy this.             Hazel was walking home from school. Unexpectedly, she noticed her best friend Alice was frowning with anxiety as she reached the other side of the road. Bursting with curiosity, Hazel decided to find out what had happened.             When Hazel approached Alice, she enquired from her, “What just happened?” her voice full of concern for Alice. “My dog, Jewel, leapt over the white fence that surrounds our house.” She did so as she had seen a black cat. She must have wanted to chase it,” Alice replied with tears streaming down her cheeks. After Hazel had comforted her, she suggested that they look for Jewel. Alice nodded her head in agreement, wiping her tears away.             As quick as lightning, Hazel and Alice began their search for Jewel. Alice’s almond-shaped eyes were frantically roaming the surroundings in search for help. Desp

Here is an attempt from my part to put together an essay about "Elderly Care in Singapore" . My father actually helped me with the research too ;-)          Ageing today is a common issue, which affects all families. When the middle-aged becomes a senior citizen, his immune systems are no longer strong enough to protect the body from diseases as before. The elderly are also more susceptible to falling sick. Thus, family support for these elders would be very much needed wherever possible. The family has traditionally been the main source of support for the elderly in Asia. In Singapore, the government has strongly upheld the belief that family support for the elderly is ideal. But is family support enough?          Firstly, there has been a startling increase in the number of senior citizens over the years as Singaporeans are living longer and families are not replacing themselves by giving birth to enough children. It has also been recognized however that family su

"Quarrel among siblings at home"  was a practice essay during my December school holidays.             Matthew burst into laughter and it resonated through the newly refurbished living room. He had his chestnut eyes glued to his favourite programme on television. Matthew was seated comfortably on the marble floor, thoroughly enjoying himself. The cartoon programme enthralled him with the comical antics of its animated characters. Matthew’s cheeks were flushed with amusement.             At that very moment, the television screen then flashed a ballet dancer as graceful as a swan. Matthew yelped out in total surprise. He was flabbergasted that his sister, Jane had the remote control in her right hand. Matthew went hysterical with rage and yelled at Jane, “Give me the remote control!” Like a spoilt brat, Jane pulled a sullen face and replied tormentously, “Too bad. If you want the remote control, you have to try get it from me.” Like a matador about t

"Committing theft at the shopping centre" was put together as one of my practice essays when I was nine years old.             The shopping centre was packed like a can of sardines with shoppers swarming around for good buys. As the cold, freezing air wafted through the shopping centre, families and young teenagers were seen leisurely window-shopping. A primary six student named Sue was in her school uniform and was browsing through some jewellery at the department store. School had ended for the day and Sue had called her mother, Mrs Lim to seek permission for her to go to the shopping centre. Mrs Lim agreed to let Sue do so.             As she entered the department store, Sue saw a middle-aged lady holding a necklace and walking out from the department store. Sue stared longingly at a necklace similar to what the middle-aged lady had purchased and thought, “How I wished I could purchase a necklace for myself. However, I do not