on the threshold
January 14, 2012
It’s going to be a relaxing weekend. somehow, I’ve managed to push aside my ‘to-do’ list and have convinced myself that it will all get done starting Monday.
I’ve been feeling like I’m on the threshold of something. Perhaps a new phase of my life? The transition into adulthood? I’m both excited and scared to move towards the ‘adult’ part of the ‘young adult’ label. Growing pains and anxieties. I swear, I’m starting to look into the mirror to find my first definitive wrinkle.
One new resolution for the year: enjoy the moments.
back to reality
January 4, 2012
I was just reading a friend’s blog where he commented on a trip to phuket being an escape from reality. well, i know EXACTLY how that feels.
for almost a month since I left for the States, I had been counting down. God knows I worked darn hard last semester – work, tuition, school, church etc. I just needed to get a way and not do any of it…and spend time with T. It was an awesome month. Being in the States brought back many memories and I was able to spend some time in Champaign laughing and catching up with friends. Travelled the east coast with T and his family and they were awesome too.
now that the holiday is over, I’m left with a slightly empty feeling. almost the same feeling I had when I got back from study abroad in this time last year. this time, I have a whole list of things to do and look forward to:
1) Honours Thesis/SchoolÂ
2) Work commitment
3) My tutees. I really love them.
4) Church – cell group, nursery etc.
5) Spending time at home
6) working out the whole Masters business
everytime I leave the States, it’s always a bit shitty because it means i’m going far far away from where T is. It’s bittersweet.
well, enough whinging.
On the flight back, I reflected on how thankful I hould be for all the people and opportunities in my life. I truly am thankful for many things.
As the new year settles in with me (or me with the new year, rather) my wish for the 2012 is simple and I hope it comes true: may the people in my life stay healthy and happy. to my friends and family: I love you, I really do!
