Girls Night =D

Met up with Ming Yun, Yi Siang and Clar on Wednesday night. Thought it's going to be a short catching up session but we went home only when it's near 2am.

At first, we were having some drinks at Bakerzin. YS shared with us her orientation experience and her 'ambition' to become a clubber (Haha! :p), while Clar talked about 'him' (If I were you I'd either wait or take the first step forward, won't let go. =D). When we were leaving, YS thought of playing bowling, so off we went to Safara. Clar didn't want to play at first as she didn't want to break her nails again, but she was persuaded to play in the end. Indeed, she broke her thumb nail again. Haha! =D Took some pictures there. (In Facebook)

It was quite late already after the game, so Clar wanted to go back home. Not wanting to end the night so 'early', we brought Bacardi and Balley's from YS home to Clar's kitchen. Yes, in the kitchen, so that we won't disturb her family. We played Big 2 and the forfeit for the loser of each round was to add more Bacardi to her own drink, while the winner get to dilute her own drink. I only lost for a few rounds but the small amount of additional Bacardi added made me feel really HOT. I could feel the heat and kept asking the girls if my face was really red. It was damn red but I was still sober. Some time later, I spotted a cockroach which crawled halfway into the cabinet, showing only the backside. Clar wanted someone to catch, but I was afraid of cockroaches too. Maybe the alcohol induced some courage in me, so I 'volunteered' to kill that pest. I took the insecticide and wanted to spray at it but nothing came out. (Haha! =D Didn't use enough strength.) After testing that the insecticide can still be used, I aimed at the cockroach at very close distance and sprayed at it. It landed on the floor and started struggling. Afraid that it might fly, I sprayed even more pesticide until it turned over. I guess it was the first time I really killed a cockroach. But I don't wish to have a second try. =D

Anyway, we drank until it's nearing 2am. The effect of the alcohol had diminished by then as I had drank up the green tea and A&W to dilute the alcohol in my stomach. I was expecting to have a good night rest after a few days of sleepless night but I couldn't get a proper sleep again. Next day, woke up feeling quite tired still and went to work. Thought I was bound to make mistake during work as I wasn't very alert then. Luckily, there wasn't many customers. Haha! =D Surprisingly, I knocked off on time without any mistakes. Good Thursday for me. =D

The Value Of Friends

Perhaps Daily Bread is a good way in bringing me closer to Christianity. But still, it will take quite some time before I can convince myself to convert.
A meaningful phrase from today's daily bread:

"A friend is the first person who comes in when the whole world has gone out."
( http://www.rbc.org/devotionals/our-daily-bread/2009/07/28/devotion.aspx)

Castle Green

I miss working in Castle Green, the cosy environment and easy going colleagues. Went back there last Tuesday to visit them. Guess what? Ray and Daniel are resigning! This week's the last for Ray and Daniel just tendered. So Siti is the last lady standing. She has been complaining to me how much work Ray is leaving to her. Poor Siti, and I guess there's still no news of a new CM. It's going to be tough for her, but I believe she's able to handle it well. Though she may complain, she has the drive to do her job well. And congrats to her, her efforts are being paid off, she got a pay rise upon confirmation. Believe that she'll have a good future with ECC. That's the good thing about small company, employees effort will not go unrecognised.

Back to my visit, as expected, everyone thought I was going back. I'm glad I was being missed. Of course la, I'm too kind and helpful le. Haha! =D Siti and Ray definitely miss me a lot. The new AA is not very pro-active at work. I'm not being proud, but I believe I'm better than her, at least attitude wise. And she's pregnant and going for maternity leave a few months later. Siti will complain more often then. Hopefully there'll be a temp AA to replace her during that period. Anyway, can tell that the relationship between Susan and Ray has soured. Too bad for them, hope that the new CM can handle Susan. Guess Susan missed me the most, cos I was the only one who was willing to help her when I was still there then. She and her guards kept asking me to go back. But too bad, there's no part time, if not I would consider going back.

The visit made me realise that I do leave impact on people, good ones. The help I render to people are being appreciated. Even if my help isn't appreciated or taken for granted, it's still worth it. It's better than doing nothing when you think that you can do something to help.

Lost

For the past few weeks, other than meeting up some friends, I have been working only. What I'm trying to say is that I'm still not studying!!! Actually, I'm tired of studying le. Feel like just officially stepping into the working society and take a PT degree. Looks like I'm a long way from achieving my goal to attain a Business Degree. Where have all my drive in pursuing my goal gone to? I don't know either. Perhaps I'm just tired and afraid to face failure once again, or have I got used to it already? I wonder... Maybe everyone will come by this stage, when you start feeling that everything you're doing now won't bring you anywhere and you just don't have the motivation pursue what you want. At my age, I should be enjoying my life and having all the drive to pursue my dreams, but I can't really feel the strength I used to have. I just feel like apologising in advanced to those who have been encouraging me. Don't have too high hopes for me. But don't worry about me, I will still pursue my goal, though I might be choosing a more strenuous route. Though I may feel down, but I'm still very optimistic about my future. I may be taking very slow steps now, but at least I'm still moving. I will not stop, even when I feel that I've lost my way. Cos I believe it's the only way to find the way out.

To those who are lost, you're not alone, I'm feeling lost too, but we mustn't stop moving, mustn't feel hopeless, cos there's always a path out somewhere. So, to all, let's work hard together and live with no regrets! =D

Our First Monthly Meet Up - 5 Of Us Only =D

The last time we met, we had decided on our monthly meet up. It'll be on the 15th of every month. So Wednesday was our first monthly monthly meet up. Had dinner at Xin Wang Cafe. We had a fun time catching up with one another and a little heart-to-heart talk. Now, 5 of us are gradually embarking on our different paths towards our different goals. But no matter what, we still try our best to maintain our friendship and make it a lifelong one. I'm very fortunate to have made this group of best friends whom I could talk to without much reservation.

My life may not be smooth sailing, but I'm really blest to have a handful of good friends around me who will always be there for me when I need them. Thanks, all my good friends! You all have painted my originally dull life with wonderful colours. =D

Ben & I <3

Saturday was Ben's book-out day but he couldn't confirm the time so headed down to West Mall to look for Ming Yun. Bought a box of veggie rice cake at her shop. It's quite sweet but very nice. (Ming, when there's offer must tell me leh. =D) Had lunch with her at Subway. After that, went to library with MY to return her books and strolled inside for awhile. Went back to the shop and lazed around while MY proceed with her work. Finally, after waiting for a couple of hours and trying to contact Ben, he called at 5pm to tell me that he was booking out. Say 'Bye, Bye!' to MY and headed down to Boon Lay to meet my boy. Wanted to watch Transformer at Jurong Point but there wasn't any good seats there. Headed down to Causeway Point to watched the movie instead. The movie was awesome. Some funny scenes here and there coupled by excitement and splendid robots fighting scenes. Worth the money and time. =D

The next day, went to service with Ben. Finally, I didn't feel so out of space after going to the church alone for the past 2 weeks. But didn't regret going alone for the services as during the last session, the Church invited a very aspiring and inspiring pastor from oversees. If he tried to evangelize me, he would definitely succeed. But too bad, it's not the case. Though I go for service, I'm not a Christian yet.

Ben set off for his camp at around 6pm on Sun. Might not be able to see him this week. Not feeling too sad cos I'm mentally prepared already. Most people feel that NS would make a couple drift apart but we feel that it's bringing us even more closer to each other. The physical distance didn't hinder our feelings for each other, instead it's tying our hearts closer together. The limited and unpredictable times that we are able to spend together make us realise how much we need each other. When he gives, I'll take then give him more, he then take and give me even more, I take and give him much more... Other than our faithfulness to each other, the key factor in maintaining this relationship is that we do not take each other for granted. I'm very fortunate to have found such a sweet and stable guy like him. He has replaced the ideal partner image that I had before. To all who have a partner, wish you all have a blissful and everlasting relationship. To all who have yet to find a partner, may you all soon find your soul mate and enjoy happiness that you all have never had felt before. =D

Work

My training ended last Friday. Was told to go back to branch on sat but was informed at the very last minute that I did not have to go back. Had just boarded the train at Khatib then.

Learned super lot from the training. Damn intensive. I must admit the training was quite dry though there's quite alot of hands-on sessions. Luckily we had quite a couple of breaks in between. Cliqued off quite well with the other 4 CSAs (Customer Service Assistant a.k.a teller). One was a very quiet guy who had ORD recently and had worked as a swimming pool lifeguard before. One of them has an exceptionally infectious laughter. Whenever she started laughing, we wouldn't be able to suppress our laughter. She's a very humorous lady. The other lady is currently studying in NAFA, final year. She was originally studying some business related course, changed to Arts then now chose to work in the bank. She's a funny lady too, like to laugh. Another lady was also quite young and had married her husband at the age of 21. They have 2 kids now, one boy one girl. So envious. Got married and had children at such a young age. Anyway, was really glad to know them. Missed the times when we had lots of laughter hanging around with them.

Went back to my branch on Monday. Started my own counter on Tuesday with a mentor beside guiding me. Tomorrow will be the last day that I'll be mentored. Very nervous cos still not steady yet. But time really passed very fast when I started my own counter. Lots of procedures to follow and some complicated stuff here and there. Hope I'll get used to it soon. =D