one third of the year is gone.
i am still amazed how things pass by in the blink of a month.
Spent like 6 hours at the gym today.
Followed by 5 rounds of Mahjong.
It was an exhausting but exhilarating day.
Boo yah.
Now I have saturday and sunday to recover lol.
Shall post some of my graduation pics when i can.
Ben
Saturday, May 02, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
aims
Happy Birthday to both Clara and Eddee.
Hope you guys are happy reaching a significant market. 20 and 25.
Sometimes, birthdays work as a marquee of what you have achieved for the past year.
Some aim for riches, some aim for fame, some aim for family happiness, some aim for well-being, some for personal welfare.
Everyone is in a struggle to achieve their aims.
I guess I am not made for riches or fame.
I don't have a talent or a skill to stand out.
It is always a constant struggle.
Whether you are 16 battling out the 10-year series, 23 years old battling out the exam clock or 28 trying to fight for that pay rise.
And what will it come down to in the end.
We all die eventually.
Sorry to be despondent but has anyone ever look at the end game.
It's the journey of life. The experience that one garners through it all.
And in retrospect. I'm 25 soon and what have I achieved.
Have I experience what I want to experience yet.
I am more financially independent now so what is the next chess move.
To struggle as a middle class lab rat in society.
Yes, I might not have the pleasures of life or the wealth of a happy family ahead but in a way.
It's my own battle to fight. My own war that I am conquering my very own aims.
Hope you guys are happy reaching a significant market. 20 and 25.
Sometimes, birthdays work as a marquee of what you have achieved for the past year.
Some aim for riches, some aim for fame, some aim for family happiness, some aim for well-being, some for personal welfare.
Everyone is in a struggle to achieve their aims.
I guess I am not made for riches or fame.
I don't have a talent or a skill to stand out.
It is always a constant struggle.
Whether you are 16 battling out the 10-year series, 23 years old battling out the exam clock or 28 trying to fight for that pay rise.
And what will it come down to in the end.
We all die eventually.
Sorry to be despondent but has anyone ever look at the end game.
It's the journey of life. The experience that one garners through it all.
And in retrospect. I'm 25 soon and what have I achieved.
Have I experience what I want to experience yet.
I am more financially independent now so what is the next chess move.
To struggle as a middle class lab rat in society.
Yes, I might not have the pleasures of life or the wealth of a happy family ahead but in a way.
It's my own battle to fight. My own war that I am conquering my very own aims.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
spinning around
it's the month of April
and everything is not going as smoothly as what I preplanned.
Lots of hiccups and torrential tornados of life daily's spin.
It's hard to phrase what I'm going through but it's mostly an emotional grind as compared to the physical and mental hardships that some people are facing.
I'm in no position to demoan but I'm glad to be thankful for the blessings I already have.
I wonder what it is like to pack my bags and leave the country.
The feeling of abandonment coupled with a renewed sense of adventure. What courage would I need to pack up and go.
Clara's birthday is encroaching and she's reaching the big 2-5.
Talk about quarter life crisis.
It has been five years since this blog has been set up.
And I have every sound and mind to close it down.
Given that I am a working professional and would prefer to stay below the radar among potential clients and sort, having a blog means a sacrifice of personal space but with that gain of voyeuristic pleasure.
I'm still debating this consequence and hence, my reluctance to blog about daily issues about my trials and tribulations.
Partially due to my laziness. And I would like to blame the non user friendliness of Blogger haha.
i'll take each day as it goes.
The road I take might be a winding road but hopefully, I reach my destination.
I'm not destined for greatness. I walk my own path of happiness.
Ben
and everything is not going as smoothly as what I preplanned.
Lots of hiccups and torrential tornados of life daily's spin.
It's hard to phrase what I'm going through but it's mostly an emotional grind as compared to the physical and mental hardships that some people are facing.
I'm in no position to demoan but I'm glad to be thankful for the blessings I already have.
I wonder what it is like to pack my bags and leave the country.
The feeling of abandonment coupled with a renewed sense of adventure. What courage would I need to pack up and go.
Clara's birthday is encroaching and she's reaching the big 2-5.
Talk about quarter life crisis.
It has been five years since this blog has been set up.
And I have every sound and mind to close it down.
Given that I am a working professional and would prefer to stay below the radar among potential clients and sort, having a blog means a sacrifice of personal space but with that gain of voyeuristic pleasure.
I'm still debating this consequence and hence, my reluctance to blog about daily issues about my trials and tribulations.
Partially due to my laziness. And I would like to blame the non user friendliness of Blogger haha.
i'll take each day as it goes.
The road I take might be a winding road but hopefully, I reach my destination.
I'm not destined for greatness. I walk my own path of happiness.
Ben
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
and then there was March
And then there was March.
February passed by in a breeze for me.
I never expected the flurry of hectic events for me but yes, I bowled myself over unexpectedly.
As there was no more public holidays after the CNY haze, I thought it was going to be a period of lull.
I fooled myself into thinking that.
Turns out, February was like Speedy Gonzalez.
So many things to do, be it work, gym, dragon boat and other side activities like driving lessons.
Juggling all at one go isn’t that easy if I had to sandwich them together with my leisure activities like dating or catching a movie with friends.
But February was well panned out even though I was fatigued. Enjoyed every moment of it even though it has been taxing on my body with an average of 6 hours of sleep.
I try to catch some shut eye over the weekend when I can now but I’m holding up well.
And now it’s March.
I love the start of a month. It’s like New Year Day but without the fanfare.
I can make monthly resolutions that I can abide by that gives me the small shot of adrenaline if I do obey it.
Yes, I know it is a matter of time whether I break them but I choose to be resolute and let’s see how it keeps up.
I keep my weekdays and weekends fully packed and its kinda maniacal, sadistic but crazily enjoyable.
What’s instore for March I say? My university gal pal is coming over to Singapore, the CLEO event, the 125 km Bike Rally and MR 500. Not forgetting it will be packed with cardio runs as I need to prep for the duathlon coming up in April.
It has been a rather explosive start to the year.
If January was a lay-over of 2008 and if February was a sign of 2009 to things to come, my only hope is that I don’t burn myself out.
That said, I think 2009 is gonna be spectacular.
Work wise, I think I have grown more adept and wiser. And I am thankful I have a job amidst the economic gloom
I am taking things one step at a time but with dominoes already falling into place, it is hard to interfere but look up, smile and enjoy the sun.
On a similar note, I have taken Mark Twain’s words as sort of a guiding light for my next few years to come.
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream Discover.”
February passed by in a breeze for me.
I never expected the flurry of hectic events for me but yes, I bowled myself over unexpectedly.
As there was no more public holidays after the CNY haze, I thought it was going to be a period of lull.
I fooled myself into thinking that.
Turns out, February was like Speedy Gonzalez.
So many things to do, be it work, gym, dragon boat and other side activities like driving lessons.
Juggling all at one go isn’t that easy if I had to sandwich them together with my leisure activities like dating or catching a movie with friends.
But February was well panned out even though I was fatigued. Enjoyed every moment of it even though it has been taxing on my body with an average of 6 hours of sleep.
I try to catch some shut eye over the weekend when I can now but I’m holding up well.
And now it’s March.
I love the start of a month. It’s like New Year Day but without the fanfare.
I can make monthly resolutions that I can abide by that gives me the small shot of adrenaline if I do obey it.
Yes, I know it is a matter of time whether I break them but I choose to be resolute and let’s see how it keeps up.
I keep my weekdays and weekends fully packed and its kinda maniacal, sadistic but crazily enjoyable.
What’s instore for March I say? My university gal pal is coming over to Singapore, the CLEO event, the 125 km Bike Rally and MR 500. Not forgetting it will be packed with cardio runs as I need to prep for the duathlon coming up in April.
It has been a rather explosive start to the year.
If January was a lay-over of 2008 and if February was a sign of 2009 to things to come, my only hope is that I don’t burn myself out.
That said, I think 2009 is gonna be spectacular.
Work wise, I think I have grown more adept and wiser. And I am thankful I have a job amidst the economic gloom
I am taking things one step at a time but with dominoes already falling into place, it is hard to interfere but look up, smile and enjoy the sun.
On a similar note, I have taken Mark Twain’s words as sort of a guiding light for my next few years to come.
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream Discover.”
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
2009 CNY
Happy New Year to one and all.
Celebrating with friends and relatives was a whale of good fun.
Tomorrow beckons the return to work as I reckon the same for many.
All dragging their dreary NY cookie-filled bodies back to work.
I had a tame celebration with friends mostly.
No alcohol, no clubbing.
Just gambling and having a laugh.
I won't accord getting old as a shift of priorities.
It just means you start to shift to a mode where having a smaller circle of important friends are all that you need.
The festive mood has simmered in my opinion and as I reeled into what has transpired the last few weeks.
I think it's a good time to take a breather and re-think what works and what not.
Re-starting the gear is not as easy as 1, 2 and 3.
Because feeling lost at the embarkation of a new year is rather unnerving.
Let's see where the ox takes me.
Celebrating with friends and relatives was a whale of good fun.
Tomorrow beckons the return to work as I reckon the same for many.
All dragging their dreary NY cookie-filled bodies back to work.
I had a tame celebration with friends mostly.
No alcohol, no clubbing.
Just gambling and having a laugh.
I won't accord getting old as a shift of priorities.
It just means you start to shift to a mode where having a smaller circle of important friends are all that you need.
The festive mood has simmered in my opinion and as I reeled into what has transpired the last few weeks.
I think it's a good time to take a breather and re-think what works and what not.
Re-starting the gear is not as easy as 1, 2 and 3.
Because feeling lost at the embarkation of a new year is rather unnerving.
Let's see where the ox takes me.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
life's updates
so how has life been for me.
It's been good so far.
Been keeping myself really occupied. Feeling a bad I'm not spending as much time with my family as I should.
Will make that as a resolution and bring them out go makan of sorts.
Managed to get a IPPT silver, really excited since I haven't revisited IPPT since army days. At least I can still remember to jump SBJ, hehe.
Work wise everything is fine and dandy, I'm working doubly hard to churn out what I need to do. On that aspect, I think I deserve some self kudos.
Lots of exciting stuff happening in the first half of this year.
Can't wait to see how it all pans out.
As the year of the Ox approaches, I wait with abated breath the challenges coming up over the corner.
Spring cleaning ahead for CNY and I'm a little reluctant to clean up the last wardrobe. New furniture's coming in. Weeee~
Gambling season is here.
As January ends, I will be a bit sad. And I will persevere and work matters through.
Cross my fingers
B
It's been good so far.
Been keeping myself really occupied. Feeling a bad I'm not spending as much time with my family as I should.
Will make that as a resolution and bring them out go makan of sorts.
Managed to get a IPPT silver, really excited since I haven't revisited IPPT since army days. At least I can still remember to jump SBJ, hehe.
Work wise everything is fine and dandy, I'm working doubly hard to churn out what I need to do. On that aspect, I think I deserve some self kudos.
Lots of exciting stuff happening in the first half of this year.
Can't wait to see how it all pans out.
As the year of the Ox approaches, I wait with abated breath the challenges coming up over the corner.
Spring cleaning ahead for CNY and I'm a little reluctant to clean up the last wardrobe. New furniture's coming in. Weeee~
Gambling season is here.
As January ends, I will be a bit sad. And I will persevere and work matters through.
Cross my fingers
B
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
2008 look back
Everyone has wishes and resolutions for 2008.
With new goals, there comes wishes. I wish everyone would be able to attain their goals and strive hard to keep to their resolutions.
As for me, 2008 ended with a big bang, in a good way of course.
There has been many highs and lows but ultimately, it was surviving the ride that mattered most.
Where I am now, what I have become, I am thankful and appreciative for my family and friends.
January - Playing with nephew, Desean at Bro's place
Feburary - Airport send-off with Clara n Gwenne
March - Sydney Underground with Daphne
April - Guild Bar with Project mates
June - Dinner with Housemates at Southbank
June - Graduation and Farewell party at Eagle Street Pier with BECT
July - Wakeboarding @ Batam with Dave and Aaron
August - 24th Birthday Party at Oompahticos
September - Participated in F1 at the Paddock Club
October - Colleague's wedding (Faith's) at Fort Canning Hill with Nadiah
November - Kukup trip with Clara and Zhen Xiang
December - Taiwan with Ivan Zeng
With new goals, there comes wishes. I wish everyone would be able to attain their goals and strive hard to keep to their resolutions.
As for me, 2008 ended with a big bang, in a good way of course.
There has been many highs and lows but ultimately, it was surviving the ride that mattered most.
Where I am now, what I have become, I am thankful and appreciative for my family and friends.
January - Playing with nephew, Desean at Bro's place
Feburary - Airport send-off with Clara n Gwenne
March - Sydney Underground with Daphne
April - Guild Bar with Project mates
June - Dinner with Housemates at Southbank
June - Graduation and Farewell party at Eagle Street Pier with BECT
July - Wakeboarding @ Batam with Dave and Aaron
August - 24th Birthday Party at Oompahticos
September - Participated in F1 at the Paddock Club
October - Colleague's wedding (Faith's) at Fort Canning Hill with Nadiah
November - Kukup trip with Clara and Zhen Xiang
December - Taiwan with Ivan Zeng
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
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