Today (yesterday since it's past 12mn), was a real shitty day for me. Imagine a day where everything went wrong. Well, you probably imagined 50% of what my day was like. And because this is a complain post, I am going to talk about anything, big or small...

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It started with the previous night, I could not get a good night sleep because people were not considerate enough to off the TV sound because they wanted light at night as they were afraid of the dark.

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Then came the part where I forgot to take my stuff home...luckily, with good service on their part, I managed to get my stuff back.

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Now come the interesting part, I get accused of something that the accuser do not have evidence for. Yep, 3 chances to give evidence, but failed at all 3. Yet the damage is done.

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After that, on a playful part, a confrontation with a stranger occurred. The stranger's stance was to bring on a fight. Mental case this one. As civilised adult, a fight did not occur in spite of the mind-slap that was given. These people, should learn to be more gracious. Gosh.

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Followed by a call regarding a sales person mistake...that I, as the customer, have to pay?

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Then another pep talk, with no real conclusion.

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Opened an email from a service provider, with super bad service attitude. Service standards are dropping way to low. Should I rebut? Should I not? Still deciding...But anyway, I pray that this service officer will not stay in this position, he/she is totally unfit for this position.

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Lastly, having a slight headache for the whole day because of all the nonsense. Last time I had a similar headache, was a few years ago. Why. WHy. WHY must these all happen, on the same day still.

Yup, boom boom boom! From start to the end. Got so suay anot. Haisss =(

Anyways, a really informative video to watch...

To celebrate the end of the last paper for the semester, we scouted for a new place to explore and dine. This place is near the area we frequent but we never knew it existed. Now, we should be going there more often to try out other dining options as well! Anyways, here are some items we picked off the menu:

Really happy & excited that June is coming, but at the same time quite sad that my pre-attachment is coming to an end... I was really starting to enjoy it, but someone just had to come into the picture to spoil all the fun. Well, that's life. Nothing ever goes smoothly, especially when you're mee! maggi mee.

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Anyways, I've recently participated in a competition. It's quite interesting actually, plus my first time doing something like this, so maybe I shall post the link here if there's result. Remember to *watch this space* yep!
One of the reasons I have this blog is for me to have a space to rant and hopefully vent some anger in the process. Because I've noticed, speaking to people bores them (it's not their problem) and their inattention (on purpose or otherwise) would make me ask myself : why did i even try it in the first place. Switching up the volume of the radio or cutting in with another non-related topic? Makes me wonder...hais
And another thing which I have been keeping in my mind, is about who we call friends. I believe friends are people who respect your decisions, no matter their own perceptions. I have always thought many people as my friends. But then when the real test comes, some fail, badly too. Why did I say this? Because I once told friends about a personal decision, and even reminded them time and again not to spread (yep, quite embarrassed to have to remind them about this). Thinking that because I have verbally reminded them, my secret is safe with them. Nope, not the case. Some questioned my want to keep a low-profile. Well, firstly it's my business. Secondly, these people are usually the ones that always hide their own affairs and are secretive about their own stuff. Talk about hypocrites. Thirdly, why can't you just respect your friend's decision? Not like it will affect you in any way what-so-ever. Most obviously, I am a low-profile person. But how did I came to realise my 'business' was leaked? I was at the first scene when I was taiji-ed a question someone asked my "friend". The question topic? The secret I never wanted to share with strangers. I received the second leak through a phone call. The caller was an insurance agent, a friend of "friend no. 2", informing me about my business, which I have never told anyone other than people I thought were my friends. A few other minor incidents happened during this period, not significant to mention. Final showdown was at a gathering. It was filled with a mix of people, a few of them who will make true friends, and then the rest "friends". Bluntly, I was asked about my 'business' by someone I never told it to.  They call it the "tell it all" session. Well, I highly doubt "that" few person revealed the whole truth about themselves, especially regarding my topic, and especially for the person who questioned my need to keep my business private. Seriously, hypocrite to the max. So, I've learnt many lessons over the process. Most important one of all, who are the real friends. Karma also tells me that friends of that person(s), should be wary of that person(s). Maybe they're okay being betrayed, that's why they're still friends. Or maybe they're not. Well, I have to admit it's my fault too that I want to share the news with people I thought were my friends. Now I know better. "We don't lose friends, we just learn who the real ones are." I liked you much better in the past.
Feels abit better now that I have let it out. Okay, I like to end on a good note, so I'm posting this really touching & inspiring video. Hope it inspires something good in ya'll:

We will forever be in debt to this great man, and the woman behind this man.

"You do your best and reach your peak in that job. Whether you're a craftsman, whatever you are, be the best that you can be" - my nation's founding father, LKY

It's something everyone agrees is good to do, but most doesn't.

It's something I did a lot because I am me, and got 'scolded' for.

It's something that showed me who would stand up for me when I was being 'bullied', who I really am grateful to have as a partner.

It's something I did more often before I started to see the negative aspects of people.

It's something I like to make people I go out with do.

It's something I do (a lot) when I'm with the people I love.

"Science teaches us to think, but love teaches us to smile" - Santosh Kalwar

Spread the love.

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As I grow older, my CNY busy-ness seems to falter...wonder if it's a good thing or a bad thing because now I have lots of time to myself, but sometimes I feel like I am just wasting my time away. Anyway, I really hope them people get their rightful karma. They are sucking away my positive energies. I will be damn happy to say "Adios" to these people once and for all because my life suck because of you.

Happy Lunar New Year to one and all!

This festive period is really something that I look forward to because we are given 2 full days of time-off from our work lives, get to catch up with people that are important to us in a way or another, and also get some extra pocket money heh heh...It can be quite hectic though, especially in the case of my family where we tend to really visit all my relatives (which would usually take a period of 4 days to complete), not including my parents' friends' places and sometimes gathering with my friends. Butt...it's nice to really see all the people have some time to have fun together and not be bugged down by the daily work/out-of-work stresses =)

Anyways, I came across this really interesting project that gives people from poorer families a chance to own a bike (see video below). Not only will it be a revolutionary transportation in the third-world country, I also really liked the artistic and altruistic side of it - to make something functional out of cardboards for people who do not do as well as you. I'm sure the time and effort spent into making the bike exceeds the amount that's listed, so really, kudos to all these people who are willing to go that extra mile to brighten up someone else's day. My resolution for the world for 2015 will be that everyone will be more altruistic and give more than they expect to receive (one of my principles of life). And I also hope that any one who owes others money will return the money before CNY ends. That will be quite simple to attain as long as we know our limits and not aspire to enjoy beyond our budgets.

"The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can't achieve it" - Jordan Belfort

Here's wishing all a goat year ahead! ;)

'Interesting' will be the word that describes my past week, a thing that has evaded my work life for a while now. Even though the process is tough and I've met some nasty people, I enjoyed the learning aspects and am really grateful that my mentor is much more helpful than that previous one, who only wants to push all the work to me and rush off to lunch or get home. Okay, shall stop the complaining, not good for my health ya =P

Anyways, Valentine's Day & CNY is around the corner! Looking forward to the latter one because of the loong break *heh heh* tata!

"If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine: it's deadly" - Daniele Quercia

It's 2015.

And I'm looking forward to the future...looking to find something that I'll like. Difficult, says the options and advises. But as the saying goes, if you never try, you'll never know. So kampate to everyone out there who's trying, let's take a leap of faith and have an exciting year ahead!

♥

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"Do not stand down there at the bottom of a range of mountains wondering which one should you climb because most of it is above the clouds and you do not know if you will find something on the top. Just start climbing one that you find most exciting and challenging...the more you climb, the better your understanding of who you are and what you want - often do not want." - Xu Beixi

I chanced upon this article...

Anyways, life goes on (shiet i'm sounding so old already). I've recently completed my fourth cycle and I'm feeling super exhausted. 6 days straight and the last day lasting more than 13 hours. And I still lost my phone at the end of it all (T.T) Luckily my capable bf make up for my lousiness and helped me get back my phone. And also that I met a nice taxi uncle. It's really nice to know that kind people still exist. Makes me want to volunteer again. Time...if only I can have more time. Hais. Tomorrow is yet another Monday. It's really difficult to explain what I feel about my job. Anyways, I'll end this post with a video to cheer you up and I hope you don't have to suffer as much as I do:

One of the best part of my (week)day is the time after I have showered, and start doing the things I enjoy...like reading a book, surfing the internet, chatting and even just doing random things. I wish I could just stretch this period of time for as long as possible, which is probably why I always end up sleeping past 1am. Which is not a good idea because sleep fatigue accumulates and by the next day, I'm half dead. Imagine me on a Friday (O.o)... I guess showering plays quite a significant role because I feel much fresher after that. And also maybe because I get to wear over-baggy, mis-matched, loose-fitting clothes, and everyone still loves me the way I am =)

A little something about my working life...since I entered the working world, I found myself asking the same question over & over again: do I really like what I'm doing? I know a lot of people work just for the money. I did too once, and realised that I was complaining way more than I wanted. So, I decided to act on it instead. I became unemployed, changed jobs, changed field, and even took a pay cut. Everyone told me that I should stay in the position for some time to show commitment, and switching jobs reflects badly on me. I want to believe that if I tried hard enough, I can find a job that I enjoy doing. Hence my rationale for switching jobs. Isn't it better if people stayed because they liked the job and leave because they don't? Why would bosses want employees who don't like their job to stay? At least we tried even if things didn't work out...no? Sometimes, it really seems that it's easier to focus on the salary aspect than the job scope =/

Doing the math (again), while we spend 18 hours awake with average of 6 hours asleep (lucky people): we have to allocate around 10 hours at work, 2 hours travelling, 3 hours eating (B/D/queue), 1 hour transition (bath/prepare/businesses), which leaves us...2 hours of 'enjoyment' (not including washing clothes/helping out at home etc.). So yeah, my daily schedule written in simple math.

"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle." - Albert Einstein. It's a miracle I managed to find time to blog a post. I guess my life is a miracle man.

I love it when it rains, when the cold air rushes towards me and the mists cool my skin. This somehow makes me forget my troubles and feel peaceful.

So....I just completed my 3rd concert yesterday and am slowly getting to know more people & understand more things. It's kinda tough to blend in because I'm the last to join and everyone else already knows everyone else. Just have to take a step at a time I guess...

But, I am still super looking forward to december like always. It's a season of fun, fun and more FUN! Holidays, presents, and just the festive joys. Too bad I cannot take leave this year end, so I 'll have to stay here while my family goes travelling =/ Really wish that it would snow here one day and everything will be so much better. Oh well, snapping back to reality.

"I like it when it rains hard. It sounds like white noise everywhere, which is like silence but not empty" - Mark Haddon. This sentence totally conveys what I feel when it rains.

Many things have happened over the year.

Looking back, I have always found myself enjoy spending time with family and friends the most, just doing things together, chatting nonsense and catching up on each other's lives. What I found myself not enjoying, sadly, is what pays for my bills. I often end up wondering about what I want in my life. There are so many factors to consider, but as the saying goes - live one day at a time. Putting that into my frank perspective, it's more like living 29 days of monotony a month and earning that 1 day of happiness. But what to do, we all want the money. 

Anyways, I took the first step to prioritising other factors before money. It's quite a huge jump in terms of my field of work, but if you never try, you'll never know. Lets see where it goes! Time for me to have fun offline now. Tata!

"Bid farewell to the past and treasure what is to come, because the future will be brighter" - unknown

It's the month of October, the 3rd last month of the year. I have always liked year ends and year beginnings, but not really the middle portion. Year ends brings with it the feeling of festivals such as Halloween (fun!), Christmas (presents!), important birthdays (*wink wink*) and of course the countdown, nothing more exciting than knowing that a whole new year is about to begin. Year beginning is about CNY (ang baos!), valentine's day (surprise surprise) and many more stuffs I can't recall right now.

This year is a little different. I became jobless in the middle of the year and had a lot of time on my hand then. With it, I travelled twice, did some things that I never would have done and picked up on hobbies that have always interest me but I couldn't find the time to pursue. It was a really nice period of doing what I enjoyed and spending time with important people, other than facing the only stress which is looking for jobs. I have sent so many applications that I lost count. The long wait for a reply, and the continuous rejections that I received. Many people asked if I would have done the same thing and still quit if I knew that I was going to be jobless for so long. I thought about it, and I did not regret what I did. I wasn't happy in my previous job, and if not for the 3 months break, my unhappiness would have still persisted. Imagine the sustained unhappiness, yuck!

Then a break when there was an opening for a position, which is somewhat related to my field of study, and I gave it a shot. A relatively new place with a relatively new group of workforce, I should be fitting nicely in. But...I'm not sure I do. The physical expectation of the job is intense. Of course I still have some time to adapt and decide if I really like the job, but it's so sad that I get this uncertain feeling right at the start of the job =( I think the best way to know if I am suitable for a job, is to ask myself if I want and can see myself doing the same thing 5 - 10 years down the road, using a senior job scope as a comparison. I really don't know man.

Now, let's focus on the recent event: halloween horror night. Yep, my aunt gave me tickets to this year's event and it was a VIP ticket! Kinda cool that we got the VIP treatment and we could just skip the queue and go straight into a vip holding room and get free drinks and food! Sadly, we ate so full for our dinner because we were afraid that we would become hungry, and we couldn't eat anymore at the holding area *sian*. So I just stood around and drank some drinks around people we all didn't know. The treatment also came with a goody bag which included a skeleton head cup, free photos and...our tix were express ones! The night just got better and better =D For that night, I finally understood how it felt to be treated like a mini rock star.

And back to reality the next morning.


PLOT TWIST! PLOT TWIST! PLOT TWIST!

Fearlessness of Failure

To live a Happy life

Belief to Believe in Yourself

Do Not Accept No

I am the Captain of my Ship & the Master of my Fate

Read this article on Yahoo, another success for tech industry...

When he was 9 years old, Proud taught himself HTML after seeing a book called "Your Own Website" in a store, according to Forbes. By age 12, he was already building professional websites.

Proud says he always had a desire to attend college, but by the time he had graduated from high school, he had a change of heart, as Forbes reports. Instead, the South London native opted to join Peter Thiel's fellowship in 2011 — a program in which the billionaire investor pays young entrepreneurs to skip out on a traditional college education to pursue their business ideas. 

Proud's first startup, GigLocator, was the product of his time in Thiel's fellowship. GigLocator, a live music aggregation service, was bought by the owner of the Williamsburg-based Brooklyn Bowl venue almost immediately after Proud'completed Thiel's program in 2012.

After GigLocator was bought, Proud began working on Hello Inc. The Sense sleep tracker is Hello Inc.'s first product, and it will retail for $129 when it eventually launches. 

The secret to making a successful tech product, Proud says, is to create something that works so well it fits naturally into your everyday life.

"Technology is most valuable when you don't have to think about it," Proud said to Business Insider previously. "That's when it becomes magical."

wish I was that smart mans...

Just finished watching 'the fault in our stars' and I really liked the show. It's really sad how good people always die and, more often than not, die earlier then bad ones, life's just like that. But one thing I admire is how they look at the positive things in life, and fight to live the life they want. They overlook the bad things that come with the good, and just live as if everyday's their last. It's very very difficult to do that in reality. I wish my life is a movie.

Sooo...I would call August my catch-up month, because I did many catching ups with my friends, from JC to Oweek to uni. It's really nice seeing all of them, all working adults, well except me. . .hais it's really hard to not find a job just for the sake of an income when all the likeable ones are always just out of reach. I want to be able to help people, why do the recruiters make it so difficult for me.

"I'm not sure why, but when a person expects something to last forever, they don't notice the little things. It's only when the clock is ticking all those little things add up and become bigger." - Shannon Wiersbitzky

It's so true.

It's almost the end of July and I haven't blogged anything for more than a month since my last, so here's a little update on my life...

July is a month for a few of my firsts, such as it's the first time since I didn't have a job since my graduation and the first time I went overseas with a good friend. As my previous post mentioned, I am without a job and have some getting used to do (like real =P). Okay, jobs are pretty hard to find since I am still looking to find something that I would be interested in, and the cover letters are a pain in the arse because it's something the recruiters look at and which have to be tailored for each and every specific position I intend to apply, and worse of all something I don't really know how to write well. The biggest headache is that I don't have much clue as to what positions are out there, other than the common ones I hear, and I have a hunch that the ones I am interested in are those hidden from common view. Maybe the local community should really adopt the "Parents' Career day" to expose the kids here to what kinds of career opportunities are out there, and let them work towards what they like. Instead of working to something children think they like, only to find that there is no such position available. Gonna save so much trouble for everyone! Yeah, that's my two cents worth.

Well, forget about the bad stuff. Now for some fun stuff: I went overseas with perv, to her home country (not hometown), and did some things I never expected to do - We hiked Mt R. Gosh, it still sounds so surreal to me, with all those negligible pre-hiking trainings, I still can't believe I managed to reach the place I reached. Unbelievable. Perv went up much higher, which is even more amazing and you just gotta be in awe of her determination. Haha but still, I know better to push my limits and I wanted to make sure I could make it down in working condition ;) and we both did.

Yep, thats the mountain we hiked (behind us), lets all take some time to accept how tall the mountain is *feels really really proud*. Haha okay enuf about mountains, lets talk about seas! Yep, we went snorkelling, with the only prior snorkelling experience I have was the one from adventure cove rainbow reef. I really liked rainbow reef, because the water was clear, cooling, and I can swim with the fishes that are well-cared for, which is kinda cool. This time round, I got to snorkel in nature. I would say the guide experience wasn't good, but the few minutes I got to spend snorkelling around in the water and seeing the turtle, that was great. If I return, I would definitely drop the guide and do a free & easy snorkel by renting from the island shops or getting my own mask.

Blue skies, blue seas. The views were one awesome one after another. On island, it felt more like a caucasian country than an asian one, but I heard that's what it feels like most of the time there too, so we didn't really missed out much in terms of island fun. I also really liked the last few days when I got to try out some local dishes and did a few shopping at the super interesting 7-11 kind of stores that sells so many things (kinda like the popular stores here).

And that, make up most of my July this year.

Yesterday was my "last day" of work, and today is the first day of my "holiday"! Whee~ =) It's quite a tough decision because there are a lot of factors involved, but I guess it's better to make a decision and make a change instead of complain and yet do nothing about it. It's a small change and some might say quite an impractical one, but it's still a small step nonetheless. The bittersweet feeling, bitter because I realise I'm gonna leave the rare few friends at the workplace and of course I'll be living on null income, but sweet because I am finally free to think and do the things that mattered more to me. Jobs are important because they provide a source of income and sometimes a bit of fulfilment, but when it sucks you dry of energy and happiness to live a fruitful life outside of your job, it's pretty much a signal that it's time to leave.

"The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance" - Alan Watts. Dance? Guess its a sign for Ellen time ;)