Yes, 3 exclamation marks are needed to express the excitement of welcoming the new year.
The change of year is always refreshing because it gives the impression of starting over with a clean slate. A brand new you. Yes it's so damn cliched, but that's how I feel haha! :P
A bit of reflection is in order.
2011 has been really good to me, health wise, studies wise, travel wise, etc. I actually checked my 2011 resolutions (which I totally forgot) a couple of days ago and was pleasantly surprised that I managed to fulfill all of them!!
Hahaha the key is to NOT set goals that are too specific. Being a little vague when setting them makes it so much more achievable! And in turn that makes me a happier person LOL :)
So far I'm still not completely used to the idea of having to work in December.. which traditionally has always been a month of holidaying and celebration for me. But I'm definitely getting the hang of working in the industry.
It takes time to understand the office hierarchy and politics and relationships between employees in the same department, and between departments... and see how it all comes together in a function. Interesting, but people relations has never and will never be my cup of tea.
I've learned that sometimes drama is inevitable. I just try my best to stay far far away from it >.<
6 weeks in, another 8 weeks to go before I can call it a wrap.
I want 2012 to be even better than last year, and it can only be achieved with a positive state of mind... I will not let any negativity bring me down.
HAPPY NEW YEAR guys!! :)
Oohhh and lately I've been exposed to the music of Malaysian born artist Yuna. She is awesome.. Listen to her to kick start your 2012 ;)
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Monday, November 28, 2011
Internship & Kylie
Hey everyone!!!
Wow it has been more than 3 months since I updated! Lost the blogging mojo I guess.
Hmmmm since my birthday in August I've just been finishing my semester of never ending assignments, then came the exams which ended on 17 Nov. Routine lah.
Barely a week later my internship started! To be honest I wasn't too enthusiastic because I didn't had any time to rest and unwind after the exams. And the internship period spans 14 weeks going all the way till my final sem at Monash starts. In other words I'm working the entire summer break. Bummer rite :/
Holiday deprivation aside, the work is actually a good learning experience. Just 1 week in, and I've already picked up a lot of practical knowledge, including understanding the manufacturing process hands on, and how things flow from raw materials to finished goods to distribution. It involves a lot of people and work.
Still not entirely used to the working life. The long hours and socializing bit isn't really my forte. But a plus point is that once you get home from work, you can chill the rest of the night and also during weekends becoz there's no homework hahaha :)
Another thing which made me want to blog is that this week Kylie has been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, which is a really really big deal for any musician in Australia. I'm as proud of Kylie as she is proud to be Australian!
If you have time, listen to her acceptance speech after being presented the award by Aussie PM Julia Gillard.
Wow it has been more than 3 months since I updated! Lost the blogging mojo I guess.
Hmmmm since my birthday in August I've just been finishing my semester of never ending assignments, then came the exams which ended on 17 Nov. Routine lah.
Barely a week later my internship started! To be honest I wasn't too enthusiastic because I didn't had any time to rest and unwind after the exams. And the internship period spans 14 weeks going all the way till my final sem at Monash starts. In other words I'm working the entire summer break. Bummer rite :/
Holiday deprivation aside, the work is actually a good learning experience. Just 1 week in, and I've already picked up a lot of practical knowledge, including understanding the manufacturing process hands on, and how things flow from raw materials to finished goods to distribution. It involves a lot of people and work.
Still not entirely used to the working life. The long hours and socializing bit isn't really my forte. But a plus point is that once you get home from work, you can chill the rest of the night and also during weekends becoz there's no homework hahaha :)
Another thing which made me want to blog is that this week Kylie has been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, which is a really really big deal for any musician in Australia. I'm as proud of Kylie as she is proud to be Australian!
If you have time, listen to her acceptance speech after being presented the award by Aussie PM Julia Gillard.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
21
Wow updates have really been infrequent.
Final year of studies has commenced, currently in week 3.
Work piling up BIG TIME, I'm trying to get myself up and running but the productivity is still low at the moment. Things will change as the due dates draw closer. Fighting!!!
The biggest thing that has happened is me turning 21! :)
Birthdays come every year, but you only turn 21 once. It's supposed to be the year of recognition of adulthood and maturity and stuff. Stuff, haha!
For the first time in my life, I actually feel old... as in I feel like there's some clock ticking away rapidly, and that I need to start making things happen before my life slips away.
It's quite terrifying knowing that my youth is fading, starting from now. No more taking things for granted, esp health. Propelled into adulthood. It's the beginning of some life changing decisions.
In retrospect the first 20 years of my life has been great. So much to be thankful for and many fond memories from primary and high school. Recently reconnected with some Standard 5&6 classmates thanks to Facebook. Again, seeing how everyone has grew and evolved after having no contact for 9 years, makes me feel aged (not in a good way haha).
But growing up and getting older is inevitable. One year, or 365 days doesn't feel long at all... but when you multiply that by twenty..... you can really see how much you have changed!
Which makes me wonder.... how will my life be like when I'm 40? That is if the world doesn't end by then due to climate changes and natural disasters......
Something to ponder about...
cheers!
Final year of studies has commenced, currently in week 3.
Work piling up BIG TIME, I'm trying to get myself up and running but the productivity is still low at the moment. Things will change as the due dates draw closer. Fighting!!!
The biggest thing that has happened is me turning 21! :)
Birthdays come every year, but you only turn 21 once. It's supposed to be the year of recognition of adulthood and maturity and stuff. Stuff, haha!
For the first time in my life, I actually feel old... as in I feel like there's some clock ticking away rapidly, and that I need to start making things happen before my life slips away.
It's quite terrifying knowing that my youth is fading, starting from now. No more taking things for granted, esp health. Propelled into adulthood. It's the beginning of some life changing decisions.
In retrospect the first 20 years of my life has been great. So much to be thankful for and many fond memories from primary and high school. Recently reconnected with some Standard 5&6 classmates thanks to Facebook. Again, seeing how everyone has grew and evolved after having no contact for 9 years, makes me feel aged (not in a good way haha).
But growing up and getting older is inevitable. One year, or 365 days doesn't feel long at all... but when you multiply that by twenty..... you can really see how much you have changed!
Which makes me wonder.... how will my life be like when I'm 40? That is if the world doesn't end by then due to climate changes and natural disasters......
Something to ponder about...
cheers!
Monday, July 18, 2011
Going North & South
Hello (if anyone still reads this)! Time sure flies. Lots has happened since my previous update.
Exam results came out a week ago, and I'm happy, thankful and satisfied. Now I just need to gear up for Year 3 which starts next week *gulp* Amazing that I will graduate in just 1 more year! :)
Currently in the 4th and final week of my mid year break, trying to savor every moment of it.
Went to Singapore in the 1st week for a short vacation, but the main objective was to see Kylie's Aphrodite Live 2011 tour!! It was even better than the last time I saw her. She doesn't seem to age. Also checked out the stunning architecture of Marina Bay Sands. Overall saw lots of beautiful things at Singapore!
And I just came home from Bangkok yesterday! :)
A 4D3N trip with my sis and bro-in-law. Bangkok is almost like the opposite of Singapore which I'm more familiar with. Language is quite a problem there with some head scratching moments. Where Singapore is orderly, Bangkok is hectic and messy, but not in a awful way. Bangkok has its perks, namely the food is yummy, and I like how the ppl I have encountered there were mostly friendly and it's endearing when they put their hands together and say Sawadeeka!
Highlights of the trip include visiting the Grand Palace, riding on a Tuk-Tuk, roaming through the endless streets of the massive Chatuchak market. The 'Siam Niramit' show is also a must see when at Bangkok. You will be impressed.
I didn't just go North and South of Malaysia, also had a nice mini road trip to Tanjong Sepat and Sepang Gold Coast with high school mates. It's increasingly harder to plan trips together as our schedules diverge more over the years, so this was some quality time I really relished.
Pics of all trips on fb.
Now that I have done sufficient holidaying, it's time to spend the remainder of my break more quietly before school starts. Not gonna lie, I wish this break would last forever! It will be my only period to chill this year because of the internship during November.
So yeah, gonna enjoy my days while it lasts!! cheers :)
Exam results came out a week ago, and I'm happy, thankful and satisfied. Now I just need to gear up for Year 3 which starts next week *gulp* Amazing that I will graduate in just 1 more year! :)
Currently in the 4th and final week of my mid year break, trying to savor every moment of it.
Went to Singapore in the 1st week for a short vacation, but the main objective was to see Kylie's Aphrodite Live 2011 tour!! It was even better than the last time I saw her. She doesn't seem to age. Also checked out the stunning architecture of Marina Bay Sands. Overall saw lots of beautiful things at Singapore!
And I just came home from Bangkok yesterday! :)
A 4D3N trip with my sis and bro-in-law. Bangkok is almost like the opposite of Singapore which I'm more familiar with. Language is quite a problem there with some head scratching moments. Where Singapore is orderly, Bangkok is hectic and messy, but not in a awful way. Bangkok has its perks, namely the food is yummy, and I like how the ppl I have encountered there were mostly friendly and it's endearing when they put their hands together and say Sawadeeka!
Highlights of the trip include visiting the Grand Palace, riding on a Tuk-Tuk, roaming through the endless streets of the massive Chatuchak market. The 'Siam Niramit' show is also a must see when at Bangkok. You will be impressed.
I didn't just go North and South of Malaysia, also had a nice mini road trip to Tanjong Sepat and Sepang Gold Coast with high school mates. It's increasingly harder to plan trips together as our schedules diverge more over the years, so this was some quality time I really relished.
Pics of all trips on fb.
Now that I have done sufficient holidaying, it's time to spend the remainder of my break more quietly before school starts. Not gonna lie, I wish this break would last forever! It will be my only period to chill this year because of the internship during November.
So yeah, gonna enjoy my days while it lasts!! cheers :)
Monday, June 20, 2011
Nearing the end, but...
... but I'm just so sick of everything. It's becoming an even more uphill struggle as the last 2 papers approach. The holidays are just too near, I can smell the freedom but can't quite reach out to it, no matter how long and hard I try to stretch my hands. I close my eyes and picture the things I would do once the break is here, only to open them and see the present. Reality is the biggest slap in the face one can receive.
So near yet so far.
It's been more than 3 weeks.
I used to appreciate it when the papers were spread out, so I can put in more time for last minute revision. But this time it just feels like mental torture. Like my body is dragged around on the ground, driven by a chariot of raging horses with my hands bound by rope.
Alright, I think I've reached Crazy Town.
Sidetracked.
Reality check.
Notes. 2 more days. Then it's over.
Come on now.
Bluebird.
So near yet so far.
It's been more than 3 weeks.
I used to appreciate it when the papers were spread out, so I can put in more time for last minute revision. But this time it just feels like mental torture. Like my body is dragged around on the ground, driven by a chariot of raging horses with my hands bound by rope.
Alright, I think I've reached Crazy Town.
Sidetracked.
Reality check.
Notes. 2 more days. Then it's over.
Come on now.
Bluebird.
Monday, June 6, 2011
maxE
Read the title backwards XD
Hahaha that is kind of lame I know, just trying to relax a little before my first paper tomorrow. The hardest paper comes first: Biochemistry. My least favourite subject of this semester. Didn't perform as well for Biochem internal than the other units, so I have to work double hard to score well, but that also means double pressure.
Oh before that, sorry for the lack of updates, as prior to my study break it was just busy busy busy with assignments and lab reports! You all know how hectic the student life is. I think I said this before, that I actually enjoy the exam period more than the regular teaching period... because I get more stressed out about meeting deadlines for assignments and reports than doing revision.
In fact, I have been unusually relaxed over the past week. Maybe it's becoz I'm only doing 3 units this semester, so I feel like there's more than enough time to study for all my papers haha! I have been watching a lot of the French Open on TV, Nadal wins AGAIN hahahaha!!!
But this laid back attitude is also dangerous, becoz I'm not used to it and I think part of me is relaxing a little too much and I can feel the intensity to fight getting dampened a little. The revision hasn't been too successful in the sense that a lot of the facts weren't sticking in my head, so today I did a final push all round revision, it seemed to work becoz I can feel the fire burning inside, the desire to nail that paper haha. Probably arised from last minute panic after I saw how insanely tough the past year papers were.
OK I'm done talking about my boring student life. Thanks for dropping by :)
Let's hope things get off to an awesome start tomorrow!!! *fingers crossed*
I wanna kick exam butt!!!!!!!!
Hahaha that is kind of lame I know, just trying to relax a little before my first paper tomorrow. The hardest paper comes first: Biochemistry. My least favourite subject of this semester. Didn't perform as well for Biochem internal than the other units, so I have to work double hard to score well, but that also means double pressure.
Oh before that, sorry for the lack of updates, as prior to my study break it was just busy busy busy with assignments and lab reports! You all know how hectic the student life is. I think I said this before, that I actually enjoy the exam period more than the regular teaching period... because I get more stressed out about meeting deadlines for assignments and reports than doing revision.
In fact, I have been unusually relaxed over the past week. Maybe it's becoz I'm only doing 3 units this semester, so I feel like there's more than enough time to study for all my papers haha! I have been watching a lot of the French Open on TV, Nadal wins AGAIN hahahaha!!!
But this laid back attitude is also dangerous, becoz I'm not used to it and I think part of me is relaxing a little too much and I can feel the intensity to fight getting dampened a little. The revision hasn't been too successful in the sense that a lot of the facts weren't sticking in my head, so today I did a final push all round revision, it seemed to work becoz I can feel the fire burning inside, the desire to nail that paper haha. Probably arised from last minute panic after I saw how insanely tough the past year papers were.
OK I'm done talking about my boring student life. Thanks for dropping by :)
Let's hope things get off to an awesome start tomorrow!!! *fingers crossed*
I wanna kick exam butt!!!!!!!!
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Change Change Change
Yeah, if you have been visiting regularly you would notice that my blog header changes more frequently than erm.... Baskin Robins has 31% discount on their ice cream? Hahaha :P
But this is life. Change happens all the time. You could sulk over what's gone and get left behind. But I would like to think that I can stay ahead and embrace what's new. So much for loyalty haha. Well it depends on the thing or type of situation. In the case of a blog header, if you get bored with what you see, then it's bye bye and good riddance! It's always exciting to see what's new and WHAT'S NEXT! Didn't I give my blog a good name hehe ;)
OK this post is a little random. I guess when you're on a week long break with too much time on your hands, you get a little fidgety and start doing random nonsense. At risk of sounding like a babbling nut job, I think it's time for me to sign off.
Good night everyone! :)
But this is life. Change happens all the time. You could sulk over what's gone and get left behind. But I would like to think that I can stay ahead and embrace what's new. So much for loyalty haha. Well it depends on the thing or type of situation. In the case of a blog header, if you get bored with what you see, then it's bye bye and good riddance! It's always exciting to see what's new and WHAT'S NEXT! Didn't I give my blog a good name hehe ;)
OK this post is a little random. I guess when you're on a week long break with too much time on your hands, you get a little fidgety and start doing random nonsense. At risk of sounding like a babbling nut job, I think it's time for me to sign off.
Good night everyone! :)
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Mid Sem Break Woohoo
Finally the much anticipated mid sem break is here! Muahahahahahahahaha
Just the thought of sleeping long hours everyday for the next 9 days puts a smile to my face. My initial plan was to curl into a ball, hide under the sheets and hibernate for the entire week in cold, dark conditions. Just kidding... as much as I want that to happen, I know I'm no furry animal bracing harsh weather. Plus, I forgot to gather a pile of fruits and nuts prior. Heck, maybe I will go into hibernation if it starts snowing tomorrow. You know what are the odds. ;)
OK I'm done trying to be funny. Sue me, it's the holidays, my humour bone is ticking.
Realistically this short break ain't all fun and laughter. Due dates are always lurking, and this week would be the ideal time to catch up or should I say, pull ahead of schedule. Hard work never goes to waste, so I should be doing something productive with the time on my hands. I just went from light and fun to serious and boring in as many sentences. Such is life.
Maybe I'll go somewhere this week... like a day trip or something. And definitely will spend more time exercising! Am itching to play tennis... problem is, there's no 'kaki' to play with. :(
Do you like my new blog header? It's back to basics really, I'm over with the outrageous in-your-face colours and bold styling. That was like an experimental phase to go more organic. But not really feeling it now. Let's go dark again haha.
:)
Just the thought of sleeping long hours everyday for the next 9 days puts a smile to my face. My initial plan was to curl into a ball, hide under the sheets and hibernate for the entire week in cold, dark conditions. Just kidding... as much as I want that to happen, I know I'm no furry animal bracing harsh weather. Plus, I forgot to gather a pile of fruits and nuts prior. Heck, maybe I will go into hibernation if it starts snowing tomorrow. You know what are the odds. ;)
OK I'm done trying to be funny. Sue me, it's the holidays, my humour bone is ticking.
Realistically this short break ain't all fun and laughter. Due dates are always lurking, and this week would be the ideal time to catch up or should I say, pull ahead of schedule. Hard work never goes to waste, so I should be doing something productive with the time on my hands. I just went from light and fun to serious and boring in as many sentences. Such is life.
Maybe I'll go somewhere this week... like a day trip or something. And definitely will spend more time exercising! Am itching to play tennis... problem is, there's no 'kaki' to play with. :(
Do you like my new blog header? It's back to basics really, I'm over with the outrageous in-your-face colours and bold styling. That was like an experimental phase to go more organic. But not really feeling it now. Let's go dark again haha.
:)
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