Wednesday, July 13, 2005

the letter

I handed in my resignation letter today and had a 20minutes conversation with my supervisor. It was a 'thought provoking' one. He asked me many many questions,which were all driving to the point on 'What's your REAL reason of leaving'. Honestly, I did not wanna reveal everything coz there's not a need to. I am not obligated to reveal everything.

I know he is concerned that I do not have a solid plan yet, aka I haven't found a 'backup job'. Rationally, this is what majority of the people do. For me, I do not feel the peace to stay on further and feel that it is a good time to tender my resignation before the company goes into a major project in August.

Feel much better after having my 2nd conversation with HR. More relaxed, not like the former one. I was quite stressed in the first conversation,like being pushed the wall. I actually have to say, 'Pls do not force me.'

Anyway, I feel happier now. Travelling light.People move in and out of a company, the movements are fluid. So, it might be a blessing that I leave and another person, who is more capable than me, take my place. I have done my part in giving the 1 mth notice. What I am really going to miss:

  • The work schedule (that is SO SO suitable for night life!! haha)
  • Central location of the office (near home and central district!)
  • The few close colleagues who have became my friends ( I can't please everyone yah!)
  • The PANTRY! (Someone should do a survey of office pantrys in Singapore,ours willl definitely be among the TOP 10! Very well-fed till many of us grew horizontally...one of the 'side effects' of a tasty,'nutritious' pantry)
  • The few households whom I am closely attached too (very nice parents and children)
  • The CCGG aka 'Cheap cheap good good' food in nearby kopitiams

Last day: Friday,12 August 2005.

listening to:'Perfect Moment' by Peter White

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Monday, July 11, 2005

Passed Round 2

Oh yeah, I have passed 'Round 2' aka the advanced theory test!! Whoopee!! I took it for the first time 3 years ago, but I failed. So, life went on and on and on...until last mth I decided to take it again. Why? It's a life skill to know how to drive, also it is sth that I can add to my resume. So excited! I was really nervous before the test. To be honest, I prayed in the washroom before I went for the test. I told Him that I HAVE PASSED the test, confessing what I already have...hee.

Well, I took the eletronic version of the test. It was a touch screen monitor,so we just selected the answers by touching the screen. The coolest feature is that some of the questions actually have video clips to depict the scenerios! So much better to assist me in understanding the questions! The 'paper version' that I took 3 years back was a far cry from what I had experienced today. Certainly, the electronic version is MUCH MUCH BETTER!

Alright, now I have to look for an instructor to take my driving lessons. Plan to get the license before my 24th birthday next year,for real!

listening to: 'Powerless' by Nelly Furtado

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still missing

I still miss him. I know,I know..I should not miss him,but it's tough. He is the first guy whom I had feelings for and we were quite close. Daily calls had ceased totally and I reckon he avoids me on MSN too. When I am online, he goes offline or 'busy'.Tried and tested. Too much of a coincidence. Can't believe things have changed so drastically in a span of 3 mths. Damn.

Intended to go for 2nd service today, but had to go for the 3rd one because:

1) I woke up late (as usual,=P)
2) Had to spend some time to study for my theory test
3) Erm, was watching a made-for-tv movie entitled 'While I Was Gone' on Hallmark channel (thumbs up for Hallmark!Wonderful shows!)

Had planned to avoid going for 3rd service coz I thought I would bump into him and his friends. In the past (before we starting to know each other more),we would bump into each other in the queue. I was hoping that I would not meet him in the queue today.The situation would be really awkward.I would still be my chirpy self and say,'Hi!' but I guess his reaction would be different.

Amazingly, or should I say divinely-planned, I arrived really late today but wasn't late for service. PP wasn't preaching,it was PJ.I found out when my friend smsed me and told me that the 2nd service had ended at 1.20pm! I was still at home,frantically changing my clothes.If it was PP, it would not end so early. This meant that there would be no queue for the 3rd service as everyone would be in the auditorium. I was relieved.

However, a part of me really wants to see him, at least catch a glimpse and make sure that he is ok. I glanced ard a few times and scanned at the usual areas he would be seated. No sight of him and his friends. Maybe I missed it.Disappointment.Moments later, memories came back and I felt slightly sad. Was perked up later by the P&W and the sermon.

Today's sermon by PJ was AWESOME! Alot of new things to learn even though the same passage had been preached numerous times. See, the Bible has many secrets to be revealed. His preaching is getting more and more powerful each time. Though he has his own style, I do see a part of PP in him,esp the corny jokes..haha.

Know what, I am so glad that even if no one loves me, Jesus still loves me;yesterday,today and forever.That is one thing I know for sure,=)

*listening to: Silence of the night.....

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Wednesday, July 06, 2005

Getting into the momentum

Studying for my advanced theory test. It has been more than 1 year when I seriously study after graduation. Feels weird, my attention span is not as good as before. Damn. How I missed school!

I really wonder if I can be a good driver. Kind of belong to the 'kan chiong spider' sort,=S.

5 more days to my driving test. Failed once 3 years back. Better pass it this time *praying*

Me and him officially over, over and OVER. Not compatible. No tears, no worries.

It's London 2012! My preferred choice was Paris, but well, London ain't that bad.

Saving up for Beijing 2008! Going there to watch the Olympics! Glory for the Chinese!

*listening to: 'Satisfied' by Jeffrey Tan

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