Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Arts vs Entertainment

Title: Arts vs Entertainment

It was raining and I was thinking about establishing branding for my company in the long run..

Then it hit me that arts and entertainment has a intricate relationship.. Arts in terms of theatre, dance, musicals are a subset of entertainment..

Yet it is a very niche set of entertainment that is not mass appealing.. Most people want entertainment that is easily digestible and high entertainment value.. But often this kind of entertainment does not help you in any sense perhaps in destressing?

Arts itself has also a few categories: commercial and non profit companies.. Of course, judging by the names, it would have given away which one has more in depth meaning within..

The circle of arts and entertainment do overlaps.. They share the same media to publicize and spread the word.. The prominent people are few and little.. Those with power and prominent ones are even fewer..

No wonder when one is in the circle long enough, almost everyone is like a friend or a foe. For by then, all the true colours would have been shown..

Will I survive long enough to see the colours? I guess so and I believe so..

Monday, December 11, 2006

Blunt Me..

Title: Blunt Me
Sometimes I am over frank and that in my opinion is being blunt.. I may stop myself in time if I am in the company of not so familiar people..

Hence, only those who are rather close with me see my blunt side..It's always hard to be frank yet tactful because the truth hurts occasionally.. Yet I yearn for nothing but the truth..

There are certain things I know in my heart that I should not ask.. Yet I still ask to get the confirmation and assurance that my gut feel is accurate..

But so what if the gut feel is accurate? The issue remains unsettled. I never believed in letting a small issue dangle because somehow one day it will accumulate and become a big issue..

Perhaps it's really not a minor issue afterall. Just let me think it through and come to a conclusion and I'll be fine..

The heart sinking feeling is kinda awful and suddenly I realizes this is the fear of losing and attachment.. I guess this is what most of us will go through it anyway..

Still thinking and thinking..

Saturday, December 02, 2006

The Start of Chapter 2

Title: The Start of Chapter 2
Happened to remember my blog and decided to take a look at the last post.. Oh boy! It was in Oct, 2 months back..
The start of Dec marked the start of Chapter 2 in my life. Chapter 1 has come to an end.. How do I define Chapter 1?
My definition of Chapter 1:
The end of the conventional education path
The end of being a 'recognised' student and its benefits
The end of having no proper income
The end of contract job at Catcha
So hence what is my definition of Chapter 2?
Chapter 2:
Start of new career
Start of new relationship e.g. working, personal, spiritual
Start of adult-hood into the coporate world
Start of all sorts of planning and the so called responsibilities
I guessed everyone has to go through it no matter how unwilling one is.. This is called growing up..
The trip in nepal is a fruitful one. It has changed my life in ways that are beyond words.. You will know what I mean if you are in my shoes..
Thank you to my spiritual friends for everything along this trip.. All of you hold a significant place in my heart..

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

Rapids Sweeping Me Off

Title: Rapids Sweeping Me Off

Going away for a trip can indeed take things away from the mind. Sometimes it allows you to see things clearer having another perspective.. Sometimes it just make things more complicated then ever.

I had an enjoyable trip to KL with Fang, Xin and ZY. Very memorable on the laughter, the maps, the food, the cabbies and also the numerous b'dae celebrations for ZY.. It is extremely fun to go for short trips with close friends to eat and shop..

Rapids always flow at fast speeds sweeping things along the way without hesitation.. When I went on this KL trip, rapids attempted to sweep me off.. I simply did not have sufficient reaction time to hesitate nor think it through..

Rapids are nice, in fact too nice.. They touched me deeply yet I hesitated.. Still trying to rationalise it out.. Should I just flow with the rapids or should I stand steadfast in the rapids?

Perhaps when I am tired of standing, I will sit down and flow along with it? Or perhaps when when I am beyond words of expression, I will flow with it..

Friday, October 20, 2006

Underpaid and overworked

Title: Underpaid and Overworked

I wonder why I am having 2nd thoughts on leaving the workplace.. Is it because of the enironment, the colleagues or the job nature of the work?

The big boss is nice no doubt but a very different working style compared to my ex-boss. Both are perfectionists but the big boss one is of an even higher level..

Everything I do under him always seem not right..For once, I am beginning to wonder if my work performance has dropped or that his standards are just too high for me to reach..

Suddenly the phrase"underpaid and overworked" came across my mind.. I am basically a multi tasker, had to do almost everything since its effectively a one woman team.. Now I even have to double up as admin: banking in cheques - opening letter boxes because the person in charge is on leave..

I do alot of things without complains because I believe that complains cannot solve problems. Seriously, even if I love my job big time, the pay is too little to cover..

More pay, more benefits please.. Thank You!

Saturday, October 14, 2006

Wounded by words

Title: Wounded By Words"

I never felt so hurt, disappointed and pissed by words before. Especially when it comes from someone I thought of as a close friend..

The original intention was to lighten the atmosphere by joking with him yet he took it as trying to make him feel lousy and make myself look better in front of others.. ASSHOLE..

Worst, I was even accused of mixing personal affairs and work matters.. In the 3 years that you knew me, when did I ever cross my line? Do you think you are the only person who cares?

Your intention of taking on the additional role/ workload was to contribute better to the community large. Yet if it turns out that the stress you accumulated resulted to hurting people around you with words, then forget it..

ITS NOT DOING YOURSELF NOR OTHERS GOOD.

I apologise for the sake of apologising because you think I should.. NOT because I think I was in the wrong..

Now, I remember and I will stay away.. For all the times that you hurt me with your words and actions.. there forms a crack in the friendship and in my heart..

I will shun away from you.. Never close again..

Thursday, September 21, 2006

Are you that busy?

Title: Are you that busy?

I want to pose this question to you" Are you that busy?"

To what extent you asked?

I answered" to the extent of leaving conversations in mid-air, lack of communication"

Oh.. i guessed I am busy then.. You said..

I pondered upon it and wondered' has busy become the common excuse for lots of things that people cannot handle?"

You perhaps belonged to this group of people I guess..

I do not happen to be psychic.. I cannot read your thoughts mind you..

Being busy and being not responsible are different issues.. Even if you are busy, you should at the least follow up with the issue..

I guessed you are still not mature enough to see all these.. soon you will know and perhaps understand that the world does not evolve just around you..

Sunday, September 10, 2006

The Harsh Reality Of Working Life

Title: The Harsh Reality Of Working Life

It has almost been 3 months of working life for me.. yet I feel like I have been working for 3 years instead..

The harsh reality of working life has hit me.. I witnessed how my boss is leaving her job soon.. Saw how people got retrenched.. Deal with my postponement of the event..

Seriously, everything has something in common.. the works of impermanence are in action. . Change cannot be avoided yet it cannot be predicted..

It is this harsh.. Nice people get retrenched.. Nice people leave the company.. It doesn't matter if you are nice or what.. so long as you are a fixed overhead cost then you are gone..

The feelings of sadness filled the office atmosphere.. So many people leaving..and those are people who have assisted me the most..

Kinda sad but have to deal with it somehow.. Slowly, I am looking forward to the end of my contract.. the end of the project..

Whether my contact gets extended, it no longer matters.. This entire chain of events have allowed me to realise that I can handle events alone even if it means more stress and more workload..

This is the harsh reality of working life.. finally know what it means..


Thursday, August 31, 2006

Perhaps it's time to let go and move on?

Title: Perhaps It's Time To Let Go and Move On?

Uncertainty is part and parcel of life.. We have to face it whether we like it or do not like it..

For some cases, answers are easily found while for others, it is in the grey area of neither yes nor no..

Uncertainty is tiring when the hand holds tightly to the present state and refuses to let go..
Even by holding onto a feather for 30 minutes, it will be come tiring..

If it's tangible things that are being held, there is no problem in discarding it away..
But if it's intangible like feelings, how do you let it go and move on?

Saying it is always easy.. doing it is never easy..
I ponder and wonder admist whatever little time I have in my tight schedule..

Perhaps the faith is not strong enough anymore.. I do not see any light at the end of the tunnel..
Well.. perhaps perhaps it is time to let go and move on..

Only then, I will spread my wings and regain my freedom..

Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Work Frustrations

Title: Work Frustrations

Nothing is perfect, even the most ideal job can have work frustrations..

My job is almost perfect but I too have frustrations lately..

If not for the incompetent authorities, I was actually way ahead of my preparations for the event..

All thanks to them, the event is postponed and all my collaterals have to be reprinted..

It's not just financial loss but also time loss..

To make matters even more exciting, my boss was away in la la land hence everything was settled by me alone..

Though the big boss was here, he didn't help much as he wasn't involved in the entire planning of event..

So the ball is pretty much thrown back to me alone.. All she had to do was just to sms me and remind me this and that but well.. everything I do..

Effectively, it is a one woman show by me.. I know I can do it even when there are times when I just feel like surrendering..

I have always been a fighter.. each obstacle I encounter I will cross it.. If it's time issue, then I will double my speed and make sure it is being covered..

Perhaps it is this belief in my own capability that I have been working at amazing speeds that suprise even myself..

These 2 days, I have almost covered all emergency areas.. about 80% is dealt with.. finally received news that my boss will be back earlier than expected..

But well.. it is good news no doubt.. for me to take a breather..
If there is no recognition, I will leave and hunt for a better place..

For after this event, I am even more assured that I can run any event even if alone..
I have been made stronger and suddenly I realised my working style has become more similar to Cell..

No wonder I unwind the same way as he does.. because the pressure is there to excel.. to make things look good..

For now, I have done enough to pat myself on the shoulder to say" Well done!"
Thanks to Chingwi, Cell and other close friends for listening to my sms, msn etc...
The support rendered was very much appreciated by me.. =)

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Title: Compilation of Meaningful Songs

Title: Compilation of Meaningful Songs

Listening to 933FM bring me back some memories of those nice meaningful songs that leave a warm feeling in my heart..

Some of these songs have accompanied me through my life experiences.. A certain song may represent a certain person, event or simply it reflects my thoughts..

I used to think I will be a song composer someday.. But language not powerful enough.. I will be contented with admiring others' works though..

Enjoy the lyrics..

1. 对不起我爱你
没别的 只想说对不起 对不起 我真的爱你
不管你会怎么想 你怎么说 也不会改变我的决定
你知道 有时候感情事很难说 很难说 爱人或朋友
从前到现在 我真的感觉要 一想你 我的心就发烧
想给你听我的心跳 想你知道我睡的不好
喝水想着你 搭车想着你 阖眼闭眼间 出现的全是你
我猜不到你的表情 我等不到你的回应
不想难为你 又不想放弃你 决定告诉你 对不起对不起 我爱你
没别的 只想说对不起 怎么样 我都会珍惜
不管你会怎么讲 你怎么做 也不会影响我的心情
你知道 有时候男孩更难捉摸 难捉摸 爱人或朋友
现在到永远 我真会感觉要 一想你 我的心就狂跳
我的模样记不记的牢 情人卡有没有收到
读书想着你 听歌想着你 大地和蓝天 出现的全是你
我才不管你的表情 我才不理你回不回应
不想难为你 又不想放弃你 决定告诉你 对不起对不起 我爱你
你听一听我的心跳 你看一看我睡的不好
喝水想着你 搭车想着你 阖眼闭眼间 出现的全是你
我猜不到你的表情 我等不到你的回应
不想难为你 又不想放弃你 决定告诉你 对不起对不起 我爱你

2. 勇气
终于做了这个决定 别人怎么说我不理
只要你也一样的肯定我愿意天涯海角都随你去
我知道一切不容易我的心一直温习说服自己
最怕你忽然说要放弃爱真的需要勇气
来面对流言蜚语只要你一个眼神肯定
我爱你的意义(我的爱就有意义)我们都需要勇气
去相信会在一起 人潮拥挤我能感觉你放在我手心
你的真心如果我的坚强任性
会不小心伤害了你你能不能温柔提醒
我虽然心太急 更害怕错过你

3. 学会
几片落叶 孤单的很绝对 九月的风 让心很累
我走过分手那天的街尾 纪念我深深爱过的人是谁
爱像指纹印在心里 真的很美 应该忘了你
可是我学不会 别再问我那一天才能学会 我要的世界
你不能给 有些爱情会给时间一些香味
它迟了一点却把我的心 灌醉 谁看见我流过了几次眼泪
它滴在心里 让我学会 每段故事都有关于它的收尾
它偶尔可以提醒我自己 不能退
回忆让季节拿走他的颜色 走着走着 你就会忘记我

4. 叶子
叶子 是不会飞翔的翅膀
翅膀 是落在天上的叶子
天堂 原来应该不是妄想
只是我早已经遗忘
当初惀怎么开始飞翔
孤单 是一个人的狂欢
狂欢 是一群人的孤单
爱情 原来的开始是陪伴
但我也渐渐地遗忘
当时是怎样有人陪伴

我一个人吃饭 旅行 到处 走走停停
也一个人看书 写信 自己对话谈心
只是心又飘到了哪里
就连自己看也看不清
我想我不仅仅是失去你

5. 我等你
不做考虑也没半点犹豫
我就说了这一句 我等你
你眼中闪过了一些讶异
更多的是怀疑 所以你可以离去

不相信你还会回心转意
是我任性才决定 要等你
我眼中的泪没掉过一滴
只是随你背影 慢慢倒流进心里(心底)

我等你 半年为期
逾期就狠狠把你忘记
不只伤心的 还包括一切甜蜜
(你应该已经和她公开在一起)
要等你 要证明自己
我可以纵容你在心底
也可以当你只是路过的人而已
爱到痛之极 才需要一段等你的限期 来遗忘自己

Friday, August 18, 2006

Back to Square 1

Title: Back to Square 1

Maybe it is still back to Square 1? Or is it I want things to go back to Square 1? Or rather things are still at Square 1?

There are thousands and millions of possibilities.. Maybe slightly exaggerated but you get the point..

This eeky feeling that exists is just irritating.. like a thorn in the flesh that cannot be pulled out..

Perhaps, I should let the river flow down and let things return back to square 1..
That will be better for all ..

Sunday, August 13, 2006

Dare to love, dare to hate!

Title: Dare to Love, Dare to Hate?

I always envy when I see people who dare to love, dare to hate.. That kind of freedom that I desire yet lacking the courage to pursue from within..

What do I gain and what do I lose?
Nothing.. Everything will just be back to square 1, that's all..
Or perhaps it's inert as part of the characteristics..
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You're genuinely interested in and concerned for your fellow humans, and you have a strong need to make some kind of contribution to make the world a better place. Relating to a single individual, however - especially when it involves strong emotions - can be a bit trickier. Aquarius is concerned with ideals, and the ideals of love and equality are among many constantly formulated in your innovative, forward-looking mind. Aquarius is also, broadly, about science and knowledge, invention and discovery. The noblest of human visions are spun from this last of the airy signs. But your ideals are often ahead of their time, and collide head-on with the reality of human nature.

Without an ideal, no progress of any kind can take place. But the anchoring of an ideal takes time, flexibility, and sensitivity to the limitations of the human heart. Despite your keen intelligence, you aren't overly gifted in any of these things. You're usually impatient, and want to see the ideal made flesh this minute. You're a great lover of truth, but not, if the truth be known, very flexible. And you sometimes show astonishingly little understanding of, or patience with, the fluid depths of the human heart - most particularly your own.

You're the true democrat of the zodiac. One of your most attractive qualities is your sense of fairness and integrity. You've got a finely honed conscience and a horror of being what you call "selfish". That's noble, but not always psychologically healthy. Regardless of your personal likes and dislikes, your dedication to your beliefs is unshakeable.

Sometimes that courageous fixity of ideals can become stubborn fanaticism, whether scientific, political or spiritual. Political correctness can only have been invented by an Aquarian, because it's a paradigm of this sign's noble intentions coupled with complete intolerance of individual human emotional needs and differences.

The subtleties of human relationships can pose a big problem to you, because emotional conflicts can't be solved by logic and high ideals alone. Aquarians are often embarrassed by emotions, and find them distasteful both in themselves and in others. You're proud and self-controlled, and displays of emotion are seen as a weakness. That doesn't mean you're unfeeling. Far from it. You have an immense capacity for devotion and loyalty. But in the end, logic, self-control and idealism usually win, and that can mean ruthless suppression of, or dissociation from, unpleasant emotions like jealousy, aggression, neediness and anger.

Aquarians often have a gift for analysis of the human temperament, and many reach prominence in the psychological field. Everything about human motivation is clear and obvious to your penetrating, concise mind. And there is often a wonderful capacity to understand and feel detached compassion for even the most frightful behaviour in others. This is why you can talk to all kinds of people from every walk of life, and find something interesting and worthwhile in all of them.

The trouble is, the closer the relationship, the harder it gets for you to express personal feelings. You know what you think you feel, what you think you ought to feel, what you think you should and shouldn't feel, and what you think others think about what you think you feel...Well, it can all get very fraught in the sphere of intimate relations. You're capable of sacrificing your life for a loved one, yet you can forget to say, "I love you". A partner's need for flattery, sentimental displays of affection, and emotional and sexual reassurance may entirely elude your brilliant but often blind intellect.

Some zodiacal signs have a knack with personal relating, and others don't. You Aquarians have more difficulty than any other sign here, because you often have so little real appreciation of the personal - including your own person. But that's easy to remedy. Just take that marvellous, genuine love of humanity and extend it to include your own very human self.

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This short abstract is freakingly true.. especially expressing the personal feelings.. Darn true.. Maybe I am a robert that is lacking of one chip that indicates " Feelings"..

I can be so unfeeling at times that I hurt others accidentally.. Dare to love, dare to hate? I wish..

Wednesday, August 09, 2006

My Gut Feel

Title: My Gut Feel

How accurate is our gut feel? Well.. I am not sure for you or anyone else.. But for mine, my gut feel has always been right..

Had a discussion with Wee Kwang to realise that certain people may not be connected to their gut feel and hence may not be so accurate afterall..

That was an interesting insight! I always thought everyone has an inner voice to guide them along..

So should I listen to my gut feel once again? Or should I just rationalise things and let the brain take over?

Was reading my past blog and realise how I have grown from my past entries to my current entries..

If you like to take a look, my past website is www.xanga.com/sabrinaturally

Well.. guess I will end it here.. not much inspiration to blog today..

Saturday, August 05, 2006

Blossoming of friendship

Title: Blossoming of friendship

How does friendship develop between 2 strangers? It usually starts off with a smile, a "hi" and then some superficial topics..

Then what? You asked..

Well, it depends on how both parties want to go about it or how the circumstances develop..

My friendship with Dana did not blossom immediately but gradually..

Thinking back, I thank Tigger and siblings for bringing me and Dana closer.. Because we both loved and took care of the kittens, there was a common interest..

I remembered how my tears fell continuously and my body shook tremendously.. when I re-entered into the office where the kittens took their last breath.. Dana was there to console me, hugged me and cried with me for the kittens..

We felt like the mothers of the kittens when they opened their eyes to take the 1st sight of the world.. We cleaned their poo, pee and fed them.. It was a heartbreaking experience for both of us..

But because of this, we bonded..

Soon, this dear friend of mine will be leaving to the States for her Masters.. I know I will miss her aura of calmness, wittyness and everything else.. But I also know this friendship of ours will cement because of the firm foundation that we had..

This friendship will surely get better as time passes.. just like how wine always taste better the longer time passes..

What's holding you back?

Title: What's holding you back?

The rabbit and tortoise were competing to see who would reach the finishing line first.. Halfway through, they decided to accompany each other to the end point instead of being competitors..

The journey seemed to take ages but eventually they were left with the last 200 m left.. The rabbit urged the tortoise to hurry.. But as the distance grew shorter, the tortoise moved even slower..

" What's holding you back? We are reaching the end soon, let's try to do this together yah!" The tortoise hesitated but nodded its head slowly.. The rabbit attempted to probe further but failed..

It was near the line.. The rabbit crossed the line.. but the tortoise refused to step over.. neither did it attempt to say any explaination.. It merely looked at the rabbit with pondering eyes..

The rabbit was filled with question marks all over in the brain.. but she knew when the time was right, the questions would be answered..

Thursday, August 03, 2006

Travelling Alone

Title: Travelling Alone

It has always been my wish and dream to travel alone and roam around the world.. but well I understand that it is not safe for a gal to travel alone..

But finally I got the chance to travel alone to Msia at least and meet up with my boss, KL and JKT counterparts..

Being the representative from Singapore " Hi, I am from Spore Starlight" , living in an apartment with models that I do not really get to interact was quite an experience..

The 1st night, I missed home.. missed my friends.. because I felt really alone and abit fearful of what was in front of me.. At that moment, I realised how overseas students felt..

After the 1st day, I began to adapt and got used to it, crapping with my JKT counterpart and learning stuff from KL counterpart..

Learnt to be street smart more and also more independent than ever.. Though I was supposed to be there to just look and see, there were times when I am expected to take care of things..

Considering that in a foreign country with some language barrier (mainly cantonese), it wasn't easy.. But i also realised the key to overcoming was to ask questions when unsure and also being sincere in getting people to help..

Travelling to work is tiring but fulfilling in a way.. I got to experience the different culture and the people as well.. Travelling alone is also fun in the sense that everything I see it with more caution and more observant..

Do hope that someday I will have a chance to meet up with the KL team.. Great people!! Thanks for the wonderful memories especially that pair of eyes! =)

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Monetary Benefits Vs Interest

Monetary Benefits Vs Interest

This has been like an itch that refuses to go away until it has been properly treated..

Each time someone gets a job and the mention of renumeration is brought up, this itch will react to it..

All along, I believed in having a job that I should have interest in order to work happily.. Monetary benefits should come secondary as it would not be able to buy happiness..

As compared to most people, I am fortunate to land myself in a job pretty fast in a cool working environment with a good boss.. most importantly, doing events management, something that I had passion for..

In exchange for everything, my monetary benefits are lesser than my peers..Perhaps it is because I am on contract basis.. But even if I am offered a permanent job, how much more will the pay increase?

No doubt, I loved my job, my environment and every single other thing.. But is everything worth it?

All the freedom that I am having now as compared to my peers is very much different.. The different kinds of people in various industry brings me much joy..

Why is it that a interest-based job often does not have as much monetary benefits?

It is an itch in the skin that refuses to go away until I can reconcile within myself..

Thursday, July 20, 2006

Communication Is the Basis of Relationships

Title: Communication Is the Basis of Relationships

We communicate to put our ideas, thoughts and opinions across to the other party..

If there is no communication, then there will not be any understanding.. Conflicts and mistrust will hence arise..

I am a firm believer that communication is the basis of relationships.. Relationships refer to kinship, friendship and love between parties..

A relationship will not last nor sustain without open communication.. because no one will know what each other is thinking..

When it has come to the point that no communication is becomng a norm, someone has to do something before nothing can be done..

By communicating, you relate your thoughts for the other party and allow them to understand you..

Since it seems so easy, then why are people not doing it enough?

Is it because of pride? Lack of time?

If those are the reasons, let me tell you this.. Those are just excuses..
If the will to communicate is there, no matter how hard and tough it is, you wil overcome it ..

One cent worth of thoughts~

Two Overgrown Children

Title: Two Overgrown Children
There were two overgrown children who decided to go shopping together..Everything was fascinating for them..

They were wide-eyed and amazed at the wide array of goods displayed before their eyes.. They had fun, shared silly jokes and exchanged insider news..

What a sight to behold! With either one around, there will never be silence..
For they bring along joy, laughter and perhaps chaos..

When there is day, there is night..
It seems that the strings between them remains entangled..

Two overgrown children playing together..

Monday, July 17, 2006

Last minute again..

Title: Last Minute Again
Strange.. why is it that when come to events that I have to be a particpant instead of an organiser, my preparation is always last minute?!

Convocation.. cousin's wedding.. friend's wedding..first interview..DnD..

U name it, I have it..

Seriously cannot think of any event that I actually prepared in advance for it..

Even convocation, supposedly the biggest ceremony of one's life apart from wedding(though I do not agree) was prepared last minute as well..

Borrowed the top and shoes from Delphine.. my pins and safety pins also bought by her.. Plus a reminder sms from her on what to do, wear and what not to do, wear..

Amazingly, I pulled off the whole thing without a stitch except for the slight hiccup along the stage.. Bleah..

Now, a faculty friend wedding and as usual.. I had to shop for clothes unless I recycled my clothes.. Out of desperation and lack of time, I grabbed a purple/ yellow spagetthi dress..

Hopefully I would wear it often.. But well I enjoyed my shopping which is often done in a rush and decided within a spilt second to buy or not..

Thankfully this time round, I have the heels to go with it.. Just need to get the right accessories and hairstyle to have the right look..

I guess all in all it's because all these things are not on my top priority list hence always delayed until last minute, no choice then do..

Well.. will try to plan in advance to lessen my buddy's nightmare of planning for me..
What will I do if I do not have my personal assistant!! =)

Thank you Delphine..

Thursday, July 13, 2006

Married away..

Title: Married Away...
The matchmaker yelled out loudly" We are here to bring the bride to her in-laws place" With the sedan and loud instrumental music in place, everyone was out to join in the happy occasion..

Back in the house, the mother and father looked tearfully at their daughter.. A furry of emotions ran through their hearts.. They knew it was time for her to leave the nest, to pursue her happiness, her future.. At the same time, they feared for her ability to adapt in a new environment..

The daughter gazed back at them, tears falling down her face.. Today marked the day of her entry into a brand new world.. a whole new game.. She wondered if she was ever going to be back home again anytime soon..


Mother and father spoke" Dear gal, this will always be your home. Do not hesitate to come back, we will welcome you back with open arms at anytime. We believe in you..You will do us proud and bring glory to us."

The daughter attempted to reply but failed.. She was too emotional to reply.. For the first time, she did not feel like leaving.. She wanted to just stay here forever yet she knew in order to grown and learn, she had to leave..

Slowly, she made her way to the sedan with her parents by her side.. She prayed that her in-laws would love her for who she was.. She prayed that the husband would love her for her qualities..

In her heart, she knew she would pull it off.. When the time is ripe, she would return home once again to her parents and her nest..

You still remember me...

Title: You still rememeber me...

It was a pleasant suprise when I received a msn message from you asking me why I did not invite you down for convocation..

For once, it never occur to me that you will wan to come for my convocation.. It has been long since we really chatted normally..

A year ago, we went to a friend convocation together.. The friendship was blooming but it went down when you had some problems you could not solve..

No matter how I tried to help, you pushed me away.. you pushed all of us away.. But I am glad I stood by you even though I felt helpless, disappointed and sad..

I can only tell you" I am always here for you if you need someone to listen, to talk to.." Gradually you pulled yourself out..

What goes around comes around.. I am thankful that you still remember me and that you still can talk to me normally once again.. May this friendship bloom and may we stay as good friends too..

Flowers..

Title: Flowers..
Someone once told me " all gals love to receive flowers even when they say they don't.."

Till now, it seems to be quite true for my gal friends around me..but for me, I am pretty neutral..

Most gals go head over heels when they receive roses..apparently it seems roses represent love and hence romantic feel..

But what is it so romantic when almost every other gal receives roses from someone they like?

Roses have been over-romanticised and commercialised.. Now it is just a money spinning tool for florists..

Naturally, I have my own preference of flowers as well.. But they aren't exactly the favourites for most people though..

Orchids are my number 1 choice.. I remember receiving once from a swappie for some occasion which I cannot remember.. and the second time was on my 21st birthday by swappies and SDE Jiemeis.. Till this day, it still brings a smile to me at the thought of how 21 people sprung a surprise on me then..

People laugh when they hear about my favourite flower because they will say " so loyal to Singapore ah?" Well, I always say this " I love orchids and I love Singapore"

There is a place called Orchidville along Mandai Road where they cultivate different breeds of orchids.. The 1st D&D for SWAPS was held there and I fell in love with the place..

Me and Fang still remembered the place fondly where we went there to buy 2 huge bouquets of orchids home at wholesale prices.. It is a good place to destress to lose yourself among the wide variety of orchids..

But this place is only accessible by car or taxi.. I look forward to going there again to buy orchids back..

Flowers look so pretty.. but they don't last.. At the end of the day, petals fall off, the stem wilts down.. everything falls back to the ground.. Just like us humans.. impermanence..

Monday, July 10, 2006

Too Many Nokia Phones..

Title: Too Many Nokia Phones

Before any exclaimations are made, let me clarify.. Those Nokia phones do not belong to me.. Yet I am stuck with both Nokia phones till don't know when..

Sigh.. it's part of the job.. I was tasked with trying out N80 and the other(can't remember) Nokia phone to test out how to blog through phone..

I have never liked or used Nokia phones because I feel they are not user-friendly and the designs are really not that fantastic..

But.. the event I am doing is a Nokia sponsered event hence well you know..

Almost everyone tell me they envy my job for trying out the phones.. But do you know the inconveniences that come along?

For once, I have to figure from scratch how to use the phone, what functions, what buttons..

Next, some of my contacts are in my faithful phone and hence I get mystery numbers sometimes..

My time and date has got to be reset over and over.. And because of that, I was late for work because the time was delayed by one hour..

What else? The awful ring tone and sms tone.. the weight of the phone.. please spare me.. take back the phones as soon as possible..

Bet some of you would be laughing.. but if you were me, you won't laugh.. sigh!

It's alright even if the winner isn't her..

Title: It's alright even if the winner isn't her..

"Checkmate.." The boy said.. The girl looked on in disbelief..

When was the last time she lost the game? It had been some time since she was defeated..

A master at defense games, she was very confident of her skills..

But once a while, she would lost guard and lost the game.. But she realised everything happened for a reason.. and behind every reason, there was a lesson to be learnt..

" It is alright even if the winner isn't me for I know your weakness and strategy now.." The gal replied calmly..

She had found her peace and composure.. The essence lies in having no expectations, facing all issues with a neutral mindset..

Perhaps she may not be the winner, but deep down she knows that winning or losing no longer matters..

Sunday, July 09, 2006

I hate it when..

Title: I hate it when..

I hate it when I have to disguise my feelings..

I hate it when I am totally unhappy and yet I have to say I am ok..

I hate it when I cannot express my feelings straight..

I hate it when I have to beat around the bush..

I hate it when I have to play mind games..

I hate it when I am being accused wrongly..

I hate it when people lied to me..

I hate it when people betrayed me..

I hate it when promises are being broken..

I hate it when my freedom is being restricted..

I hate it when the questioning/ commanding tone is being used..

I hate it when animals/humans/ other things are being abused..

I hate it when I am being taken for granted..

The list can go on and on.. but the above are things that I can immediately think of..
When I confide in you, I place my 100% trust in you..
If ever the trust is broken, it will be like a mirror with a crack..
When the door is open, it remains open for that period of time..
When the time comes, the door will remain close until the timing is right..

Saturday, July 08, 2006

Instant mental gratification

Title: Instant Mental Gratification
Humans are easily dissatisfied with things in life, or rather it is seldom that humans are geninuely satisfied..

From a human perspective, instant mental gratification is what we want, need and demand it.. Simple said, instant mental gratification means whatever we want, we want it NOW..not then or later but NOW NOW NOW..

When ZhiXing Shifu suggested this idea to me, my instant reaction was one of defensive.. There, I just proved his theory right..

Later, coming back to think of it.. it is really true.. How many times have I wanted things to go my way and wanted it immediately?

How many times have I refused to wait for the right timing and wanted it to happen instantly?

It is true.. we must learn to be patient.. Recognise the fact that we are constantly seeking instant mental gratification and accept it.. Slowly, this monkey mind will be tamed to realise that things do not always go the way it wants..

This much being said, it is often easier said then done.. If you are in a "between shores" situation, neither here and there, how do you ensure that instant mental gratification is tamed down?

Perhaps waiting is the only thing left for the mind to do.. Patiently waiting for the correct conditions to happen at the right place and right time..

Have a think on it.. Perhaps you too will understand what I am trying to put across..=)

Tuesday, July 04, 2006

What's the link between world cup and ODAC amazing race?

Title: What's the link between World Cup and ODAC amazing race trial?

If without any hints from anyone, you can guess the link then you are truly amazing..

The ODAC amazing race part 1 and 2 ended so early that I wanted to thank my lucky stars..

The ODAC amazing race part 3 started so late till I had sufficient beauty sleep..

Well.. the organisers had an hidden agenda.. They planned it around the timetable of World Cup..

Yup.. that is the link.. The World Cup affects the timing of the race trial run..

For the umpteen time, I can never understand the fascination between a soccer match..

The Life! article wrote that guys feel they are part of the game, in other words, they felt responsible if the team wins/ loses the game..

Ever since I had knowledge, I only remembered having interest in basketball.. Lucky for me, there are friends around me who played basketball with me also.. If not, I would feel super left out and neglected in this season of World Cup..

Enough of my rambles on World Cup.. The amazing race trial was fun though tiring.. The part 2 when ZY and me had to race against 2 ODAC gals were the most exciting..

Used all our brain cells and whatever that we could to try and win.. in the end we won.. credits go to Fang, our supporting partner of the day and a tag along by the name of Darren who gave hints once a while and brought us the the nice dessert stall..

The amazing race has yet to begin.. But it will be a good one that the organisers, helpers and participants will enjoy..

If you happened to be interested, you can go to www.nusodac.net/race4 to check it out.. I know all the checkpoints though BUT I am not telling..

Try bribing me and maybe I will be tempted to say it..

Monday, July 03, 2006

Keeping things to myself

Title: Keeping things to myself

Sometimes I keep things to myself because no one is there for me to talk to..

Sometimes there is someone to lend a listening ear but they cannot relate to what I am thinking..

Sometimes the person is there but the mind is not so why bother even talking..

Sometimes I just do not feel secure enough to tell someone because I do not want to be judged..

Sometimes keeping things to myself maintain the peace among friends and family..

Sometimes the truth hurts and people are not ready to hear it so it stays with me..

Sometimes it is just so tiring to open my mouth to talk..

Sometimes I am just another ordinary little gal with dreams to pursue..

Sometimes..sometimes..

Sunday, July 02, 2006

Single Molecular Being- Cell

Single Molecular Being- Cell

This entire entry is dedicated to a dear friend of mine.. a single molecular being/ basic unit of life by the name of Cell..

Sometimes when the friend is around for you in all occasions, you do not realise the importance of his presence.. Now I do..

Cell is in hibernation now.. Hence I avoid disturbing as much as possible.. Suddenly I missed him..

Despite all the 'torture' he gave me..the 'reconfiguration' of Sab as he called it.. I missed him..

I missed him like how a spiritual friend does, a good friend does, a sister does..

The enjoyable times we spent hanging at cafes, the overnight talking session, the movie sessions, the 'torture' sessions and the memorable showflat session.. bits and pieces of it flowed out from the memory..

He brought me joy and pain.. He brought me happiness and unhappiness.. but still I missed him..

Thank you for being there all these times.. truly enjoyed your company.. this path has been entertaining and enjoyable with your presence..

Sunday, June 25, 2006

Deja Vu

Title: Deja Vu
Exactly one month later (since waterfall trek), we were back in JB city square sitting at Secret Recipe having meals again.. Deja Vu..

That was the first thing that came to my mind after I told ZY.. The only thing that differed was the company that we were with..

Deja Vu happens now and then..sometimes it happens for a reason sometimes it is just coincidence..

Well.. it was great to just chill in the neighbouring country for once on a sat.. Doing manicure and even to the extent of us purchasing a package since we forsee that we will go back again to do manicure and pedicure for YY's wedding..

We do plan ahead yah.. and well, because of the lack of cash, we did not get to shop fully.. The next time we return, we will be fully prepared..~laughs!

Hanging out with Zy, Xin and Lin made me realise how important it is to have a group of close knit friends from university.. I really missed the times of doing projects, squabbling, gossipping and girls talk..

Of course every outing ( no matter how many of us) will be accompanied by girls talk.. confidential details here.. LOL

Really looking forward and treasuring each and every outing that we are gonna have.. The next one will probably be our convocation, the ceremony that officially marks our departure from NUS..

Thursday, June 22, 2006

Personal and work life

Title: Personal and Work Life

Well it has been more than a week since I left the 'virtual' world and stepped into the 'real world'..
Already, I felt like I had been working for years.. Maybe it's the sense of familiarity of the way things are being done..

My life is now segmented into personal and work life.. Within, there are smaller domains..
I am a firm believer that work matters should as far as possible stay clear from personal life.. This will prevent burning out of my energy and interest towards work..

Once i stepped into the control station, work matters will vanish from my mind and I will slip into the personal life me.. It is just so natural.. of course at times I caught myself thinking about work too and will pull myself out of it..

Personal life is anything that is not work related! So that includes lots and lots of things!! I will always ensure that on one of the weekdays, there is something for me to look forward to rather than the weekends.. because weekends will seem too long..

A simply dinner with friends, short shopping trip, cafe hanging out.. anything and everything.. It's the company that counts! Have so many interests that I have yet to pick out.. Will slowly slot them into my schedule..

A few of them will be sketching lessons from Seck, diving lessons and dance lessons! Hmm.. I know it is a bit strange that I can be quiet sitting down sketching and then enjoying trekking, dancing at the same time.. Well that's me.. But who cares?

So long as I like, I will do.. For once, unleash the reins and let me be free..

Sunday, June 18, 2006

Ten Top Trivia Tips about Sabrina Tan Limei!

Now this is a interesting one on my full name.. Sounds like something that Cell will comment on one..

Ten Top Trivia Tips about Sabrina Tan Limei!

  1. Originally, Sabrina Tan Limei could not fly.
  2. There are now more than 4000 satellites orbiting Sabrina Tan Limei.
  3. The Australian billygoat plum contains a hundred times more Vitamin C than Sabrina Tan Limei!
  4. If you cut Sabrina Tan Limei in half and count the number of seeds inside, you will know how many children you are going to have!
  5. Sabrina Tan Limeiology is the study of Sabrina Tan Limei.
  6. More people are killed by Sabrina Tan Limei each year than die in aeroplane accidents!
  7. Sabrina Tan Limei has a memory span of three seconds!
  8. If you toss Sabrina Tan Limei 10000 times, she will not land heads 5000 times, but more like 4950, because her head weighs more and thus ends up on the bottom!
  9. In Japan it is considered rude to talk with Sabrina Tan Limei in your mouth.
  10. Abraham Lincoln, who invented Sabrina Tan Limei, was the only US president ever granted a patent.
I am interested in - do tell me about

Ten Top Trivia Tips about Sabrina!

Ten Top Trivia Tips about Sabrina!

  1. Sabrina cannot be detected by infrared cameras.
  2. Over 2000 people have now climbed sabrina, with roughly ten percent dying on the way down.
  3. During the reign of Peter the Great, any Russian nobleman who chose to wear sabrina had to pay a special sabrina tax.
  4. If you lie on your back with your legs stretched it is impossible to sink in sabrina.
  5. Neil Armstrong first stepped on sabrina with his left foot!
  6. Edinburgh imports three thousand kilograms of sabrina every year.
  7. The liquid inside sabrina can be used as a substitute for blood plasma.
  8. According to the story, Pinocchio was made of sabrina.
  9. If your ear itches, this means that someone is talking about sabrina.
  10. Human beings are the only animals that copulate while facing sabrina.
I am interested in - do tell me about

Saturday, June 17, 2006

In too deep..

Title: In too deep
Geez.. In too deep.. Not sure if it's bad news or good news..

Sometimes, it will come to a point when I forgot to prevent it from happening and the wall will just crumble down..

I guess it is just me.. looking for trouble.. waiting for trouble to hit me.. sounds pessimistic huh?

Nah.. just being realistic.. This is what I always say...

Or maybe I just lack the courage and prefers to escape.. Escape is afterall an easier way out..

Perhaps for this once, I will face up to it..

My style has always been one of upfront, confident though cautious at times..

Alot of uncertainty and unsureness.. Confidence level not as high compared to previous situations.. Wonder why...

I forsee Charles and Delphine shaking their heads and sighing when they read this..

Small waves, big waves

Title: Small Waves, Big Waves
Along the seashore, there are waves.. sometimes the waves are small, somtimes the waves are huge..

No one can predict the size of the waves because it is unstable.. Waves appear because of currents..Currents and wind shape the waves.. Sometimes there are other unknown factors too..

When a small wave evolve into a huge wave, destruction can appear.. The extent of damage can cause fatalities.. It is then important to prevent the huge wave from coming..

But sometimes things get sucked into the wave suddenly and unknowingly.. It is hard to say when it hits.. Being too deep inside the wave will mean trouble or bliss if you can emerge with the wave..

Think about it.. Waves represent a part of our life too.. at least for me..
Small waves, big waves..

Tuesday, June 13, 2006

Random thoughts

Title: Random Thoughts

Once a while, my thoughts would be so random that I cannot categorise them in any form nor give them any title...

Had a dinner treat that was good followed by a supper treat that was equally fantastic.. Must have put on pounds and gained calories.. Thank goodness I lost weight hence can afford to gain abit.. The company were wonderful as well.. lovely lovely!

First day of work was alright.. Roughly knew my job scope and I was glad to hear that my weekends are free on normal circumstances.. Gosh! I am free on weekends!! Someone ask me out please..haha

Realises that it is important to bring a positive attitude to work.. It helps in being less pessimistic about stepping into the rat race.. Then again.. my current job does make me feel insecure.. For all I know.. I could be jobless again..

Perhaps the end is not the most important outcome in this situation.. The process of the end is what is more crucial.. At least I learnt and gained some experience yah.. Like what Charles always say, enjoy the moment while it lasts..

Be it work or anything else, it remains true.. Be in the present and enjoy the moment!

Sunday, June 11, 2006

2 Guys + 2 Gals = Enjoyable Time

Title: 2 Guys + 2 Gals = Enjoyable Time

It has been almost 2 years since we last known each other as a group.. Yet the memories remained vivid..


Me and Lile were the facilitators for the SWAPS Absolute Camp.. The funniest thing was both of us never saw each other before and worst never communicated before.. Just before the camp, we exchanged one sms on who bringing what and that was it..

Amazingly, we clicked on the same frequency.. No doubt, no one guessed that we only knew each other on the 1st day of camp yah.. Then we both realised we are Aquarians then everything was like orr...no wonder!

Jessica and Suteck were in the same group as well.. Jessica is one funny gal who never failed to crack the group with jokes.. Still remembered she said that she used alot of tissue papers! And Suteck was from the FOC when I was the programmer!

Somehow, we realised that we all loved ktv-ing! Furthermore, we had gatherings after the camp which made the group bonding tighter.. We were also the only group that went for SWAPS Dinner & Dance and sat at the same table..

It is wonderful to see how our friendship has blossomed.. It was a great gathering with issues like future prospects, religion and also crap stuff.. It was a very cozy feel..

Promises on meeting up again were also met.. And me had been tasked with organising but had to inform them in advance.. Thank you my dear friends for the lovely friendship!

Looking forward to the next gathering with good food!

Friday, June 09, 2006

Uncertainty

Title: Uncertainty

It is a period of uncertainty.. I am stepping into my next phrase of life.. Leaving the protected environment of being a student and proceeding into the real world..

There is fear and reluctance of moving on.. But this fear and reluctance adds on to the excitement and thrills in life.. Reluctant to leave behind my identity as a student and evolving into a working adult..

Now at the age of 23, I need to plan what I want to achieve in 5 years time, be it career, spiritual, relationships or others.. Planning for my own life is something I dislike tremendously yet it is a must..

Somehow, if I am still a student doing my final year, some of the uncertainty will be diminished.. But well, have to look forward and embrace the future with courage!
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Unknowingly, I have grown and volunteered with YM for 3 years. It has been an annual routine to topple back there once holidays start..

No doubt, I will miss them really, no more crapping and hangout late nights with Cell, Chingwi.. It is probably going to be more of my work and other stuff.. But I know no matter how busy I am, I will make time for them..

Going to start work very soon.. since it's a contract basis, I have to prove to them that I am an asset worth employing in the long run..

I have confidence in my ability to perform especially in the events arena.. I thrive on adrenaline, excitement and challenges.. Thanks to Cell for training me into such a mutant.. At the end of the contract, if they decide not to renew, then I will be back to square 1 ..

For now, I will concentrate on these 4 months and making it a good job done!

Relationship matters, at the moment nothing to be said.. Still swinging single.. Well people, you know me and my criteria.. ~shrug..

Lets all embrace the future with hope, courage and smiles!

Wednesday, June 07, 2006

For Delphine..

Title: For Delphine

Today's Horoscope

Quickie:
Letting go is easier today. Try to keep facing forward and revel in your maturity.

Overview:
Can you find a way to kill two birds with one stone? There's a way to repurpose your efforts so they apply to more than one area of your life. This leaves you with plenty of time to work toward a secret goal.

Gatherings Gatherings..

Title: Gatherings Gatherings

There was a period of time when gatherings seem never ending.. Swaps, bs, jc, faulty etc.. It was tiring but entertaining..

Then there would be this period where there were zero gatherings because no one was free.. strange isn't it?

Had the 1st gathering for the Stong trekkers.. from 2pm to 2am.. solid 12 hours..almost finished doing all the entertainment found in singapore..

From board games at Settlers Cafe, dinner at Holland V, KTV at cuppage plaza till supper at hawkar centre.. What more can still be done?

It was fun really.. been long since I had such an ultra long gathering.. KTV was highly entertaining, everyone just went high and crazy..

Will this 1st gathering be the last gathering? I truly hope not..

In life, you gain some friends and you lost some friends.. have to be learn the art of contentment..

When do you learn to be content and declare that it is enough?

Missed SDE Jiemeis, hence really looking forward to meeting them.. Was very touched when Cindy thanked me for the friendship I have given her..

Gal, as much as you treasure me, I feel the same likewise.. The rest of the jiemeis, I treasure your friendship deeply too..

My university life has been highly interesting and entertaining because of all ur presence.. Projects has never been ever more exciting ever.. The idea of us going separate ways to pursue our paths in life make me feel a bit scary and insecure..

But I know the 9 of us will make it .. No matter what paths we take, we will still be friends yah..

All the best, lovely babes!

Sunday, June 04, 2006

How different things can turn out to be!

Title: How different things can turn out to be!

For more than once, I have seen for myself how different things can turn out to be due to expectations that one hold due to perceptions shaped by factors like humans and environment..

1a) Myth:

At the 1st briefing, I felt that the company would probably be average or below average.. coz ah... the Dabong gang in my group and they were like really duh.. Then we really pitied the assistant trip leader who was trying to be soooo.. diplomatic when the rest of us were fainting..

For the actual trip, the super duh guy pulled out and was replaced by another one.. One look at their backpacks, we almost wanted to smack them.. It was so small.. like my school bag..

1b) Truth:

After the 1st day at campsite, they actually proven themselves to be good cooks and responsible guys.. They were seriously funny and innocent until that they did not know they were funny.. Seriously, they were also gentlemanly in taking care of gals and helped quite a fair bit and also knowlegeable in plants and animals..

Further, they cracked us up continuously with their jokes as part of the entertainment.. And when 2 of them left for KL, we kinda feel a sense of loss and sadness too..

2a) Myth:

The place, Dabong is situated in Malaysia.. Since I had been to a few waterfall treks, I thought this one should be in a decent kampong place with basic amenities etc..

2b) Truth:

Gosh.. this place is really ulu.. The train is the only means of transport of getting there.. And it is a 11 hrs ride.. The town has only two coffee shops at the railway station.. and the station is basically a makeshift look alike shelter.. It's very simple over there, even the kids go to school by train..

3a) Myth:

I have look forward to this waterfall because it is supposed to be one of asia highest and alot of people have been singing praises of it.. For me, after Tapis waterfall, I thought it would be just another waterfall that people have over emphasised it..

3b) Truth:

After witnessing it myself, my opinion is changed.. This is the waterfall that you have to go to enjoy.. It has everything, slides, swing and anything for those who wanna a thrill...

It had a slide that I screamed and my heart never ever pounded so fast.. But it is really thrilling that I went for round 2.. yah crazy right?!

Then there is this trunk that allows you to swing like a Tarzan across and back.. So fun that I went for round 2 also..

Next, there is this hole where it feels like jacuzzi when you soaked yourself in.. totally relaxing.. and also this part where u can lie back and see water gushing down where you are cut off from the world..

Really hard to describe in words, you have to go and see it for urself.. fantastic waterfalls man!

4a) Myth:

One look at the leaders and I was like hmm.. are these leaders from ODAC reliable anot..
hmm I guess it's because I had never went with them before and well..
Then was thinking.. pray hard to make it back alive in one piece man..

4b) Truth:

Well.. got to give both the leaders credit for it.. They did their part well and kept us highly entertained with a rumor that we created for them.. the brokeback couple of Dabong!

Constantly, they ensured that everyone were alright.. kudos to Ninja for detecting that I was not feeling good on the 1st day before train ride.. kudos to Darren for constantly letting us teased yah.. and alot more yah..
Thanks dudes..

There were some others that cannot be classifed into myth or truth yah..

My group of gals, Serene, Cindy and Zhiying were great company! I would never forget the fun that I had with you, the star gazing session that we had.. And though I was stern and strict with Serene and Cindy due to your uncontrollable outbursts, I stil loved you babes..

The rest of the gals were equally great company! Great bonding and helpfulness.. This is indeed one the great trips that I have and will definitely stay in my memory..

Once again, the muddy treks were all imprinted in my brains.. Not to mention the part where I was really worried about flashfloods and praying that I did not have have to cross river in waist high level..

This is also the 1st time I gotten a leech bite on my hand and a really huge bruise on my leg too.. Interesting souvenir yah..

Hmm wat else ah.. oh yah the food! My first trek that I am on a vegetarian diet.. And also first time that I had so many people sharing little food.. 1st time that I helping out in the cooking with a meticulour supervisor--Darren.. who was constantly hoverin around the stove..

I had never been confident in my trekking skills because all those previous treks I went, those people were really EXPERIENCED.. But glad that for this trek, I was able to apply what the "seniors" taught me.. Kudos to them and my cousin who introduced to me the amazing world of trekking..

Indeed, trekking gains with experience.. I also trekked entirely with sandals.. for I feel trekked with shoes messier and slippery.. I got back in touch with Mother Nature through trekking.. a connection with waterfalls once again..It is truly wonderful to find myself again..

And also some other wonderful experiences that Charles and Delphine will know yah.. It feels really good to have supportive buddies who always encouraged me to pursue my interests.. Thanks yah..

This is my 1st and last trekking trip with ODAC as a student.. I am really glad for the experience.. It is beyond words of expression.. Thanks for allowing the completion of my university life to have a rainbow ending..

Truly.. this will not be my last trekking trip.. already looking to another one that is going to be in Sept.. to Mt Ophir..

Try it! You may fall in love like I did with Mother Nature..