Saturday, 15 December 2012
Tuesday, 7 August 2012
TIME
So hello there to my fellow internet users,
It's already late evening as I settle down to prepare for today's post.
I was busy running around the business district of Singapore.
Alright, personal matters aside and not really shoved to one side though,
I'll relate my personal experience every now and then, it's just my style of blogging.
As I made my way to school today for pathology exam,
I noticed a woman with a headband fetching her son to school. Well, judging from the care she was giving the boy I only had to conclude that he was her son, perhaps i'm being judgemental. However, the main reason to my keen interest on the both mother and son was the headband the mother was wearing on her head. "was she a cancer patient?", "was it just a trend to shave her head botak?" "maybe she's a nun, taking care of her sister's son?" So okay, the first question was a more sane assumption. This triggered me to the thought of appreciation. How many of us here are victim to time? How many of us here actually become slave to our work instead of enjoying the process of it. I'm sure there are a thousands, afterall, in this day and age almost everyone is career driven, well at least, 90% of singapore is!
So yes that's life for little singapore.
So as I relate it to the mother and son, i wonder how the little boy thoughts for the day were.
It was as if he was going through a mindless routine. As I watched him skipped off the bus without glancing back towards his mum or care taker whichever, made me realise that this simple act spoke a thousand words. It made me see how much concern there was to his mum. Does he even realise his mummy could be gone forever. Death is an issue where many people have different views on. People mourn, people celebrate (yes, some odd tribes do celebrate death), people offer forms of symbols to show their respect to the dead. However, in my opinion, the best gift we can give to the dead is nothing but treating them good when they are alive.
See guys, I have a problem with myself, I am often too soft with people and it;s only because I feel what they feel. My strong sense of emotions have mould me to what I am now. Despite this soft nature, I tend to channel the good side of it towards people. Take for example, when people gets angry with me, I hold it in instead of lashing out at them. I believe anger is an emotion manifested by many suppression and it's true about the saying "anger feds on anger" So why get angry with someone who's already angry. Yup, I tend to stay quiet and listen, that my dears is a skill one should pick up especially toward your loved ones. They might be gone any minute, so why not make the best of the times you are having with them.
Then again, my soft nature does not mean I'm an angel. I do have my ugly side. When push comes to shove, I do get crazy however, it is rare nowadays. I've learn to see situations at different perspective. It helps a lot in handling your emotions as well.
Furthermore, as I sat in the interview room today at raffles city robinson staff area, I saw a light reflection cast against the empty wall of the room, what was special was the fact that the reflection took after the shape of a heart. It was a gruelling moment waiting for the result of the interview but that heart gave me a boost that lifted my spirits a little. Time is not something that I have forever, but I have it now and that is what matters.
Okay folks, that's about my TIME for today's post! catch you guys soon!
TTFN.
It's already late evening as I settle down to prepare for today's post.
I was busy running around the business district of Singapore.
Alright, personal matters aside and not really shoved to one side though,
I'll relate my personal experience every now and then, it's just my style of blogging.
As I made my way to school today for pathology exam,
I noticed a woman with a headband fetching her son to school. Well, judging from the care she was giving the boy I only had to conclude that he was her son, perhaps i'm being judgemental. However, the main reason to my keen interest on the both mother and son was the headband the mother was wearing on her head. "was she a cancer patient?", "was it just a trend to shave her head botak?" "maybe she's a nun, taking care of her sister's son?" So okay, the first question was a more sane assumption. This triggered me to the thought of appreciation. How many of us here are victim to time? How many of us here actually become slave to our work instead of enjoying the process of it. I'm sure there are a thousands, afterall, in this day and age almost everyone is career driven, well at least, 90% of singapore is!
So yes that's life for little singapore.
So as I relate it to the mother and son, i wonder how the little boy thoughts for the day were.
It was as if he was going through a mindless routine. As I watched him skipped off the bus without glancing back towards his mum or care taker whichever, made me realise that this simple act spoke a thousand words. It made me see how much concern there was to his mum. Does he even realise his mummy could be gone forever. Death is an issue where many people have different views on. People mourn, people celebrate (yes, some odd tribes do celebrate death), people offer forms of symbols to show their respect to the dead. However, in my opinion, the best gift we can give to the dead is nothing but treating them good when they are alive.
See guys, I have a problem with myself, I am often too soft with people and it;s only because I feel what they feel. My strong sense of emotions have mould me to what I am now. Despite this soft nature, I tend to channel the good side of it towards people. Take for example, when people gets angry with me, I hold it in instead of lashing out at them. I believe anger is an emotion manifested by many suppression and it's true about the saying "anger feds on anger" So why get angry with someone who's already angry. Yup, I tend to stay quiet and listen, that my dears is a skill one should pick up especially toward your loved ones. They might be gone any minute, so why not make the best of the times you are having with them.
Then again, my soft nature does not mean I'm an angel. I do have my ugly side. When push comes to shove, I do get crazy however, it is rare nowadays. I've learn to see situations at different perspective. It helps a lot in handling your emotions as well.
Furthermore, as I sat in the interview room today at raffles city robinson staff area, I saw a light reflection cast against the empty wall of the room, what was special was the fact that the reflection took after the shape of a heart. It was a gruelling moment waiting for the result of the interview but that heart gave me a boost that lifted my spirits a little. Time is not something that I have forever, but I have it now and that is what matters.
Okay folks, that's about my TIME for today's post! catch you guys soon!
TTFN.
Monday, 6 August 2012
HAPPINESS
galvin & mella
hello everyone.
Happiness, the topic many people have spoken about.
It's precisely why I chose to talk about it today!
according to wiki,
Happiness is a mental or emotional state of well-being characterized by positive or pleasant emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.[1] A variety of biological, psychological, religious, and philosophical approaches have striven to define happiness and identify its sources. Various research groups, including Positive psychology, endeavor to apply the scientific method to answer questions about what "happiness" is, and how we might attain it.
thankyou wikipedia.
& there are definitely 101 more definitions about happiness, but I liked to share mine.
I was unhappy studying pathology in the morning up till afternoon.
However, I feel excited and satisfied to be blogging right now.
Happiness A - based on solely mood/interest
I was unhappy having to work every weekend.
However, the thought of getting the bag I wanted draws a smile over my face.
Happiness B - materialistic happiness
I was sad when mummy was sad.
I felt joy when our family come together to celebrate daddy's birthday
Happiness C - the kind that lies within
Spreading joy, love & kindness can indeed make one feel satisfied. I believe it's an innate sense in all of us.
We are happy because we are happy.
Yes, maslow can tell us about happiness.
Yes, psychology studies can define happiness.
Yes, religion tells us about happiness.
YES TO SO MANY SOURCES OUT THERE.
however, I believe happiness depends on no one but the individual.
It's only human to cry, laugh, be angry.
And unfortunately, it's also us who restricts certain emotions.
eg. boy growing up should always appear strong tough and emotionless.
So yes, linking today's topic with my picture above.
That one in blue makes me happy by far.
His name is Galvin tay, we met back in JC.
And, yes, we are dating!
Before I skip on to my story, I'd like to give you a bite of my current lifestyle.
Being busy with school and my part time job, I hard have time for friends, boyfriend and my family. However. I try to my best to make time for them! So yes, being commited to my schedules does trap my little soul from time to time. Yup! makes me moody and I find myself wearing a ghastly expression every now and then! yes, HAPPINESS A not achieved.
so HAPPINESS A + B + C can work well hand in hand to produce a HAPPY INDIVIDUAL!
(those who love math)
Okay, on with my lil story.
So yesterday, i met galvin we had breakfast in the morning and he came over my place after that.
He was hooked onto diablo while i nursed my sorethroat.
Soon after, we started feeling hungry again.
My crave for dim sum was annoyingly huge.
I started whining about din tai feng to him and he was equally hungry.
So both of us got up and decided to fill our raging stomachs.
To our dismay, hougang had no dim sum areas. Furthermore, there was no delivery for din tai feng.
The most random thing happened.
We walked down and instead of settling at a coffeshop,
we found ourselves entering the mini supermarket below my block.
We bought pre made prata, sausages, popcorn chicken and a can of curry to go alone with our pratas.
We had a mini cook out in my house.
Galvin turned out to be a good cook only because he watched me fail at my first prata.
Oh well, with the help of both pairs of hands, our trusty microwave and hungry stomach, everything was done in about 30 mins.
We had a nice late lunch while enjoying a movie on cable.
It made me really happy.
Not something fantastic but could be done everyday right?
Treasure moments.
Another tip to being happy (:
Catch the happy bug and spread it.
TTFN!
Saturday, 4 August 2012
WHO AM I
Another saturday.
Hello there.
I've been missing for quite some time in the blogging world I'm truly sorry.
Life has been hectic and I find myself having doubts in many areas of my life.
Currently, I am uncertain about the course I am taking right now.
Despite the notion of going to school every day and attending lectures, I find a pit of hollowness in me.
The knowledge I acquire isn't something that matches with my inner self.
Is this dangerous?
Perhaps this is life in Singapore.
In this 22 years of my life, I've notice the increasing financial and social pressure that seems to blanket our dear Singapore.
Everyone wants the best, craving for the million dollars and in turn happiness gets suffocated all in order t attain materialistic satisfaction.
However, is this really fulfilling? No doubt, I am a victim myself. I do find myself lusting after prada wallet or branded clothes, half of the time due to media and peer influence.
My wants were always not met because of the current financial status I'm in.
Schooling and doing part time has been tiring. I can keep it up but it sort of jeopardize my will and motivation to do well in school.
Okay I am starting to rant about stuff that isn't the main point of today's post.
So yes, who am I!?
I AM SOMEONE WHO WOULD LOVE TO TRAVEL.
TO EXPERIENCE PLACES AND ATTRACTIONS.
PEN DOWN MY EXPERIENCE.
SHARE THEM WITH FRIENDS.
TAKE PICTURES,
SPREAD THE JOY.
I love writing.
hence, I harbour the thought of doing a english & communication degree after this diploma.
I hope i'll stick to what I want.
Having seen my friend chase after their dreams, I should to.
Just the way of conforming at the right time and spreading your wings when you can.
Okay blog space, that's all for today!
I'll come back.
ttfn!
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