Going from 2008 to 2009.

Christmas had passed and 2008 will end after today, the next thing you know, you are waking up making new year's resolution, probably with some same as last year's (again?). Hm..that's a nasty cycle for some of us i believe. Every year passes by so quickly, merely because i still remember how did i celebrate the eve of 2008 and now another new year's eve? Hard to believe but this is the truth, we gotta be happy for living through another year, safely, peacefully, healthy and filled with love.

Today is new year's eve and let me recall what had happened in my 2008:

1. There's a new addition to the Kok family - Chloe Kok, my first niece. With the arrival of little Chloe, i realize how marriage can changes a person's life perspectives and priorities. After my brother got married at a relatively young age, i din't expect him to be so much matured and take his responsible as a husband and now as a father, so well. I must say my brother is a changed man now, he's transformed from a careless, reckless, insensitive boy to a reliable and accountable professional and family man now. I'm so proud of him.

2. I was baptized and officially a Christian now. I got baptized on this year's Easter after attending the RCIA for almost a year. I won't say i'm a changed person but i must admit that believing in Christ has made me a better Samaritan. I feel that there's unnecessary to be mad over something petite or rather, i am more in control of my emotions and temper and i accept whatever happens, happened for a reason. Whenever i feel that God is not there to watch over me and i am suffering in any form, i will think twice before i let my rant out. I'll recall how He had sacrificed for us people and yet He still loves us so much, whatever i'm having now is nothing comparable to what He had suffered for us, thus, i'll feel better. This is just something we must have in life, when we have a perception to analyse things,i think it'll be easier for us to accept things as they are. I don't know, you may call this psychological aversion. But i do feel it.

3. I went to Bangkok for the first time, with the dearest bf. It was a fun trip, not really adventurous as we had almost everything planned before we went and i've done some research for places to shop and visit, i'd say the trip was memorable and worthwhile. I'm looking forward to more travelling with the bf in the coming years.

4. I had an opportunity to visit a breath taking fish sanctuary of a friend. Besides fun and great food with fabulous companionship in this trip, i realize the true feeling of sharing something with the bf, it's through this sharing, i truly know that when you share, you'll enjoy even more, especially when he's truly enjoying also. Afterall, good things are meant to share, innit?

5. I was assigned to be the O.C. for Norman's installation. In the process of planning and preparing, i learned a lot from people around me and was grateful for their unconditional patience and teaching along the process. This is something i could not take for granted and for that, i have to count on my own shortcomings and mistakes and to improve on myself. I was glad that everything turned out to be fine and everyone loved the event.

6. I have a new office premise and we were officially moved during the end of July/beginning of August. The planning for moving was equivalent challenging as the event above, as it involved many people, MANY things and having many new set ups for the new office, it really got me to my nerves. However, i was also glad that everything, everyone is settled in the new office and no complaints so far, besides occasional cursing on the Internet line.

7. I participated in a contest and won for the FIRST time ever and went to a higher level of competition with the club members and enjoyed the experience and learned some valuable evaluations. I think that was me starting to step out from my comfort zone, bit by bit. It's a good sign i suppose.

8. Became another year wiser and had another quaint birthday celebration with the bf, i'm just glad and content to spend another birthday with him, i hope there's more to come.

9. Participated in another function organized by the SDK Toastmasters Club and did a performance, belly dance to be exact for the club. After countless discussion and meetings and emails correspondence and after 10 hours of dance practice, that was a succesful event of the year and i'm just proud to be part of it.

10. Had a second holiday with the bf in KL, it was another great travelling together vacation.

11. Had a home cooked Christmas's eve dinner with the bf and went to the Church as a Christian for the first time. I must say i was shocked when we arrived at the Church, it was nothing like i have seen before. I learned that i must bring my own chair next year.

12. Had my hair repermed and redyed before the end of the year, to have a good hair day for the new year! (a bit lame i know but that's what i did!)

Well, that basically sum up what i've actually accomplished, how i felt, what i thought and my little enlightenment in 2008. It may not sound as one interesting year, but i think it's suffice for me for i am not a greedy girl, i'm content to know that everyone i care about - my family and my friends are doing well and happy.

Not being greedy per Se, i think it's ok to make a new year resolution and some wishes, right? Hm...here's my wish list:

1. Everyone in the family will stay healthy! Especially my parents.

2. Every dear friend of mine will have a great year ahead and that they will succeed in their career, relationship and social life.

3. That the BIG plan will go smoothly and effectively, without having to over stretch our budget yet having it our way.

4. To be a better daughter, sister, gf and employee in Year 2009.

5. Save money.

6. Learn a new skill.

7. Just enjoy my simple life as it is.

Happy New Year 2009!