Misconstrued

We are being misconstrued when people start making assumptions of us. False assumptions they are. On the other side, we too ought to have false understanding on others when we assume their words and actions according to what we want to believe. This then will lead to misunderstanding and if not brought into a proper talk or discussion will create unhealthy relationships.

I was misconstrued before and I am thankful to have the people who thought wrong of me to actually confront their resentment towards me. Even if that means after half a year, it is all worth it. Very good friends we are now. I couldn't be any happier.

I too made assumptions on others and it is not right. I know it is not. You know it is not.

I am sincerely sorry. Each of us has the right to be upset especially when every detail clicks. But remember, that doesn't mean we are the person in regard. It could always possibly be somebody else out there. After all, the world doesn't revolve around us only, right folks? It is as simple as finding out properly at the first place.

Hoping for the better. Lesson learnt.

Reality check

Today will be the last day of holiday.

Time Y U NO SLOW DOWN?!

Karnival Lestari.

Language Camp.

TESL Night.

King Lear's Dramatization.

Mock Exam.

Assignments and ko's tasks in between.

Note to self, what doesn't kill me only makes me stronger. This note goes to all of you too.

Happy juggling all your tasks folks! :>

I am craving for

. . .

. . .

. . .

Ebiko! Lots and lots of em'.

+

Wasabi.

Even if it means

this.

(and posting this picture took me courage)

Worth reminiscing : These were taken last year at House Recipe, Damai on the day SPM results came out. I requested Stacey and Gwen, my two cousins-in crime to bring me out during the night to literally heal my sorrowful heart after I was put to face my result.

Moral of the story, eat and eat when you are feeling down!

Nahhh.

Study hard and smart, kids. God gave me a second chance after, but not everyone is as fortunate. Do not and never take SPM for granted.

Kapish kapish keboom!

Back to reality,

I will be able to satisfy my craving in

. . .

two days time!

Sushi King mari with my gals :)

p/s : The first moral of the story IS applicable. Teehee.

When I was 12

...or younger, I couldn't recall taking any vain (according to my own context of vanity) pictures of myself. Simply because 12 year olds during my time weren't prone to this. Or was it just me? Regardless of that, I am rather stunned by the self-captured pictures of my . . .

youngest sister. and my little cousins. and their friends. and all the younger kids.

With captions such as :

"what you're looking at, huh?"

"I'm original, not spicy"

"I wish I was good enough for you, but I can only be myself"

Wah, ganas diorang ni.

Decision making

Have you ever been in such a situation that needs you to decide?

In which that decision will affect you for the rest of your life. Having said so, the kind of decision I meant includes a sadder note - heartache, pain and tears.

Regardless of having to know the consequences, you choose to be ignorant and proceed with approval. Thus you vow to yourself that you are ready and assume you are strong enough to take the road.

The road I have decided to go through after this will enlighten me in so many ways.

But knowing it will eventually end, I can hardly describe what I am suppose to feel in words.

And the reason I must put an end to this so called road on that one fine day is.. my stand towards what I believe in.

Much needed break

Hip hip hurraahhhh! The much awaited holiday has finally arrived. When you are in my/our shoes, a week is gold.

To-do list :

1. Wake up without an alarm.

2. Watch the tv all day long to redeem the shows that I've missed.

3. Eat home cooked food in which of course will be cooked by my dear Papita and Mamasita.

4. Repeat steps 1-3.

5. And after a blissful week, I shall tell myself that my lazy bum-bum days are over.

What's yours?

Of Carling Cup and Sukan Divisi

So it might be obsolete to post about the Reds' glory in the recent Carling Cup final. I'm still going to post it anyway. Heh. Here goes, after 6 years of trophy draught and a game that caused my heart to palpitate so much, another silverware is ours! Nevertheless, Cardiff was indeed a worthy opponent and the Reds do have a lot of hardwork to be done still.

Congrats Liverpool! From your ever so loyal supporter right here.

On another note, IPG held its Sukan Divisi at IPG and Likas Sports Complex on the 28th of Feb and 1st of March respectively. I was supposedly to participate in 4x1 and 4x4 but my left thigh didn't allow me to due to the sprain during Sukantara. Anyhow, I took responsibility of handling the athletes. Thank God everything fell into places despite so many last minute changes. Making things better was Waja, the division I am in.. WON! :)

"Kalau bukan kita, siapa lagi? Kalau bukan sekarang, bila lagi?" - Waja

Sukan Divisi Day 1. Managing athletes' numbers at the astaka.

Sukan Divisi Day 2. Us Waja surrounded by the 2nd runner up -Putra.

One for all. All for one. Part of June 2011 Intake - PPISMP TESL and Bahasa Cina. Got tickled noticing Tuan Azmi is actually in this picture.

Job well done to all involved.

And now come assignments and Language Camp. Terbaekkk.

Ash Wednesday

Why do we wear ashes on Ash Wednesday?

Source : http://fallibleblogma.com/index.php/why-do-we-wear-ashes-on-ash-wednesday/

Perhaps because it’s true. We are indeed mortal – we are dust, and to dust we shall return (Gen 3:19). We are sinful too. And in a world that constantly says “if it feels good, do it” and suggests that a guilty conscience is just one more thing we need a prescription for, we definitely need this healthy dose of reality.

There is something much more important that must go along with this, though. It always helps to put everything we do in the Church in context with the most important event – the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter.

In this case, Ash Wednesday is the beginning of Lent which is preparation for Easter. And real preparation for Easter isn’t done with travel plans, fervor over the Sunday afternoon meal, and a resolution to eat less chocolate. It’s done in your soul.

When we look in the mirror on Ash Wednesday and see that black smudge on our forehead, we should be reminded that, no matter what, we are still sinners in need of constant conversion. It is the Church calling us back once again to the graces of our baptism, to do penance, and amend our lives as we approach the greatest celebration in the Church – Easter.

Thus, wear your ashes humbly :)

When you fast, do not put on a miserable faces as do the hypocrites. They put on gloomy face, so people can see they are fasting. I tell you this : they have already been paid in full. When you fast, wash your face and make yourself look cheerful, because you are not fasting for appearances or for people, but for your father who sees beyond appearances. And your Father, who sees what is kept secret will reward you. Matthew 6 : 16-18

Have a blessed Lent to all Christians as we await for Easter. God bless :)

Living Foundation Year Semester 2

Holla lovelies. How have you been?

I've been pretty busy.

Ketua Opsyen + sports + iGAYAears + assignments + proposal letter + trivial matters.

Few things that took place in the absence of my blog update:

1. Marshall & Elena got engaged after 9 year of courtship.

2. Mama's 5th year of passing anniversary.

3. Liverpool made it to Carling Cup finals. Wembley baby!

4. I am able to play netball.

5. Had Single Awareness Day with Gwen instead of Valentine's Day.

6. Adele won six trophies at the Grammy's. A well-deserved one.

7. Fostered good relationship with new friends at the hostel.

8. Accomplished Yell semi -final competition, tree planting and banner painting rally with the committee.

9. Mom and Dad got 'lucky'.

10. :)

More soon. Stay safe everyone.

Happy New Year lovelies!

Another year has left as we stepped in to a brand new year. Hope you had a great 2011 and let us all leave all the negative vibes behind.

Personally, it was a remarkable year for myself as I managed to accomplish few of the things I've always been longing to do. Climbed Mount Kinabalu, despite making it to Laban Rata only due to the awful weather and fell terribly sick on the mission, it was one heck of an experience that I will treasure.

Entered a new phase of life which was college. I am so grateful to have myself in to the IPG knowing that a BIG amount of wishful people are dying to get in but did not make it. Those who are still underestimating this career surely are not seeing the privileges. Until then, time will tell. It's not about being glamourous all the time.

Went through a break up after two years of a relationship full of ups and downs. Never that I regret. At least I had the opportunity to love and to be loved and I have to learn not all things can be hold on for long. Everyone is entitled for a change in them and what kills one only makes one stronger. God bless you always.

Dear 2011, thank you for an amazing journey - the new people whom I've met, you know who you are. The ones that I've offended in a way or another, may you forgive my unkind acts. I would not want to trade anything be it good or bad. Thank you God for blessing me with another year to venture.

Happy New Year with love everyone!