The last winds and storms of 2010 will be blown away by the hope and optimism of a new year come 2011... Yup, this year was fantastic and memorable; but next year will be spectacular - just like fireworks.
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Maybe your reason why all the doors are closed So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road
You just gotta ignite the light and let it shine Just own the night like the 4th of July
Cos baby you're a firework Come on, show them what you're worth Come on, let your colours burst Make them go oh, oh, oh As you shoot across the sky
If you only knew what the future holds After a hurricane comes a rainbow
``larcenciel
Music: Firework - Katy Perry Mood: Bright
12:07 AM
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
The World's Still Turning
It's that time of the year again. When the Christmas lights and trees spring up everywhere, when Christmas carols and music blast, when people exchange cheer and laughter and happiness; when my life ends yet another year and chugs on to the next.
Year 2010, and being 21, has been life-changing for me. I spent the first half of it on exchange in sub-zero Canada and subsequently touring America, down under during mid-year to catch up on some lovin', and back to this sunny island for the second half doing the best internship ever. This year, I finally feel like I have done something different, something that I want. Granted, I will not graduate with my peers, I will not complete my studies in the "normal" duration nor will I be the first to secure a job amongst my peers - but I will also not be as narrow-minded, inexperienced, ignorant and misinformed as I was one year ago.
Obama says change is good. It does good too. It just needs some pushing, and if done right, it's a move in the right direction.
So tomorrow, I turn twenty-two. The past year of changes have been worth it. And as the hands of time move toward another new decade and a future that seems crazy and uncertain, at least I can say, without (much) regrets, I've lived 21 and will continue to live for the rest of my existence - because now I am one step closer to knowing what I want out of myself, my partner, my career, my family and friends and of the world.
``larcenciel
Music: Rest in Pieces - Revolutionary Girl Utena OST Mood: Old
1:53 AM
Monday, December 13, 2010
Feeling So Fly Like A G6
Got this restless feeling... Jitters before a big preso? Maybe.
``larcenciel
Music: Like A G6 - Far East Movement Mood: Weird
11:46 PM
Sunday, December 05, 2010
I Gots the Balls
When I look back on my 5 month journey with Coca-Cola I am filled with pride, accomplishment and a kind of fuzzy warm feeling. I am into the final 3 weeks of my internship and it's been one awesome ride. From the insane commute process to the daily free flow beverages and much-to-be-desired canteen food, to the exciting and challenging marketing tasks and hands-on experience, to the brilliant workplace culture and people - they have all been nothing short of fantastic and enriching. In a week's time I will be standing in front of the GM, marketing manager and HR manager and trying to convince them that I've learnt a great deal and now I am more capable, hence I will be an incredible asset to the company in the near future. But beyond that, I want to take that chance to show them how much these past 5 months at such a great global company have been to me, and how grateful I am to the company and especially to my immediate manager for giving me the opportunity to experience this; and most of all, for having the confidence and faith in hiring me when I lacked it.
"If only I had more competency for the job, I wouldn't need so much courage."
Everyday I feel that way. It takes courage to work at that company, for me at least. It seems effortless to the people on top, of course, they're intelligent and capable. For someone like me who sorely lacks in certain areas, it's a climb everyday. I'm afraid of making mistakes. I'm afraid of not performing well. I'm afraid of being incompetent. I constantly feel inadequate, and this lack of confidence is further propagated by my incredibly wild and lively imagination of my predecessor's skills and work, which somehow, I think, always surpass mine.
Well, courage, I suppose, helps a lot. Courage, and a positive attitude. One that shows that I am open to learning and listening. A smile goes a long way as well. Sometimes attitudes count more than competency, that's all I can tell myself everyday.
I may be incompetent today. But what I lack in skill, I make up for with courage. No wonder there's a saying, you may be brave, but that doesn't make you any less foolish.
``larcenciel
Music: Free for All - Nick Nolan Mood: Pessimistic yet optimistic