Year 2008 is going to end in a couple hours of time. Well not really. It's going to end in 7 hours and 15 minutes.

It has been an interesting year. But that's what I say everytime. Every new year brings new things, new experiences, new friends, new learnings, new englightenings.

This year had been a lethargic year for me. For no reasons, I just couldn't find the energy to commit more, do more, and contribute more. I sincerely apologize to all who have in point or another, disappointed in me this year. I am disappointed in myself too, especially for the fact that I knew I could have done better. But, again, it's time to move on. One thing I hate most in life, is lamenting "what ifs" situations. Simply for the fact that I know that we cannot reverse back to change or to do better. 

However, it is through difficult times where true friends come along. People who had enriched my life, gave new insights, taught me, laughed with me, cried with me and simply just to watch me grow ( in terms of wisdom, not size). There are a couple of people I MUST thank, simply because they are fundamental in my life.

Thank you mum, dad, bro, dashao, jie, baby and lele. FOR BEING MY FAMILY. I really thankful to god for sending me to be here with you guys. Thank you for your love, protection and guidance. Thank you for accepting my flaws and bringing out the best in me. I hope I had not disappointed you in any way (other than the state of my room). Thank you thank you thank you. I love you. 

Thank you deborah, for always being there. You're truly my bestest bud. I'm going to make you my bridesmide for my wedding! (if there's someone who still wants me after watching that hideous video that I begged you not to put online.).  You're always so patient and understanding and I wish I could be more like you. hahahaha. But you know, a leopard never change his spots, a mad woman never gets back her sanity. I luva you......so better introduce hot NUS guys to me. hahahahaha. 

Thank you vijay. For laughing with me (and also at me). I'm sorry for not being there for you all the time. But your strength and determination truly amazes me and keeps me going even as I tumble and fall. I hope the coming year is a fabulous year for you. But if you ever need a laugh, you know where to look. (here in avenue q......avenue q...lalalllaaa) haha. 

Thank you Queenies. I really enjoy the times we spent together. I'm not sure what the future will bring to our friendships but I truly cherish every single moment with you girls. Thanks for carrying me through this not-so-easy year. Thank you priscilla, for always listening to me crap, doing things my way (because I am so dominant. haha) without any complaint, tolerating all my embarrassing antics in public spaces (F1 engine sounds) and still be my friend regardless of all these. Thank you priscilla, kaiting and qiuping, for your care in the chalet. I was really really touched (in the heart). Thank you sinhwee, for being here with us, ever so willing to listen to our crap while trying to remain sane. Thank you yutian for pang-sehing us all the time (hahahahahaha) and your infectious laughter though half the time we don't really know what you are laughing at. 

Thank you ah ma yuting. You're always a role model to me (except for your lack of punctuality). Thank you for all your advice and guidance. Thank you for showing me how to be content in life and for gossiping with me. We both need to be vegetarian. seriously. I'll never forget your teachings, quotes and above all, the fun times that we've shared! 

As I try to recollect what had happened in the year 2008, everything seemed to be in a blur. But if I were to name the year 2008, it would be called "the year of englightenment". This is a year where I get to know my true limits and weaknesses. And this is the year where I finally know what I actually want in my life. 

The trip to macau had really shown me what it's like to be away from home. It was my first time being away from home, alone. Living with friends, interacting with people you hardly know, striking friendships, learning different cultures..... It broadened my perspective and realize the life is more than what I though it was. I made new friends, learnt new things and above all, grew a little. 

The internship journey had also been a humbling experience. But I'm glad that the initial frustration and uncertaintly is slowing giving away to anticipation and curiousity. It had taught me to embrace changes, to be comfortable in uncertainty and to be willing to learn. I guess being in an environment where people keeping telling you that you're good had sort of blown my ego out of proportion. I'm glad that things are finally going back to equilibrium. It really opened my eyes to my shortcomings and how I can do better. And for this, I must thank my colleague, ms takopachi, for rubbing her enthusiastic and positive energy off me. Her ever-willingness to help and positive attitude is really infectious. I really wish I could have her patience and energy. Thanks for all the great time, the music, books, gossips, bitching (about twilight) times. hahah. 

Year 2008 had been great. I've watched a couple of good movies (wall.e, red cliff), couple of weird movies (twilight), added a couple of hot hunks in my list (cam gigandet, robert pattinson), gossip a little (no.. actually quite a lot), listen to some great music (the last goodnight, muse, iron and white, jason marz), watched a couple of good musicals (the lion king, avenue q), travel quite a lot (macau and london) and had a hell of a good time! hahahaha

Year 2009 is going to be a transitional year for me. I really hope to achieve things I've set out to do, like getting my driving license, getting into university, travelling to taiwan and london (sponsors anyone?). and most importantly, to learn more because I realized without knowledge, you have no power to change the world. I guess even though I keep dreading the year I hit the big 2-0, I really anticipating more changes and growth in myself. Also, hopefully, I can grab a boyfriend next year..hahahahahahahahahaha.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! PULL YOUR EAR!