Alhamdulillah, its been a good start to 2005 - Badminton sessions, gathering at cousins' place, planned diving trips, trekking and I can revisit my plans on Caftan, Kurta, etc (my business partner is esctatic! We're going KL in Feb.) I met *Precious* just this week and had a good catch up session (glad she is enjoying volunteer work just as I am).
On the home front, I am closer to mum and younger brother and its a nice feeling. My elder brother is getting married this June and the whole family (relatives included) are excited to go up Trengganu, Malaysia to attend the wedding (the bride is there; I'll have a sis-in-law soon!)Younger brother is goading me to get a car so that, I quote, "I can drive you to work, sis, once I start at NIE"... rite!. Although, I am keen to explore getting a Toyota Vios or Suzuki Swift, it seems unnecessary given Singapore's good transportation system... Still considering.
What do you know?! My first blog for 2005. Will end my blog with a nice poem (thanks, Nic):
The Wind In My Face
I am at my best with the wind in my face,
When overcoming the challenge, with pace.
The pace that requires more effort, more strength.
But once gained momentum, endures with great length.
It's easy to sit back, placid and calm
Comfort is only a relative balm.
It seems an advantage, better than strife
But is dulled by stagnation, stifling life.
Progress needs movement, energy, drive,
No chance for improvement if you do not strive.
Nothing's for nothing: cause and effect.
That which you work for, you've more chance to get.
So give me the wind, let it blow in my face,
The more I confront, the more strength I'll embrace.
Steps are not mounted, nor challenge o'ercome.
Without certain courage or effort be done.
